Thomas,
The rod arrived today and if it is not new, it is very lightly used or perhaps a store demo rod. The only reason I say this is that there is slight staining on the cork grip. That said, it is in as-new condition and a very sweet little rod. I'll see if I can take it out this weekend to try it out.
Jim Smith
They literally don't make rods like those old GL3's anymore. I have an 8' three piece GL3 four weight that is a great small stream rod. It is a medium action rod that loads easily but has enough backbone to toss small streamers and nymph rigs.
Try some lava soap on a plain sponge and water and softly wash the cork off then let air dry and see if it brightens up.If ya don't like it I may trade even for the SLI!
my current wife has just commandeered this rod from me two weeks ago... she (like I did) loves it... ($125 is a pretty great deal, too)
Larry,
Just a note to say thanks for the tip about using the Mr. Clean's magic eraser sponge to clean the cork on the 4 wt. It worked fantastic. I about a minute it looks like new. Great idea!!!
Thanks for sharing it.
Jim Smith
I've had a custom made 7'-6" GL3 in a three-weight for a number of years (actually I broke the tip off a long time ago and it's only 7'-3" now) and it is hands-down my favorite rod ever.
Joe
One note to say they don't make em like the gl3 anymore,if.you can locate a discontinued east fork in the fr904-3 that is a nice stiff 4 weight if you can stomach the reel seat color and snake guides unlike Loomis' normal single foot guides.Had one and traded it for the new fr904-2 gl3 I have.Wish I had just bought the gl3 and kept the east fork too.
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