Cost of the rod components vary immensely depending on the what you select. Because of this, I don't carry a large selection of inventory. Generally speaking, the greatest expense is going to be the rod blank. These may vary from as little as $50 to as much as $300 or more. Other components may very as well. Silicone carbide guides are more expensive than Aluminum Oxide, Hardloy, or even Alconite. Titanium guides are even more expensive, but essential when fishing salt water on a regular basis to prevent corrosion. The charge for the components is the retail cost, as listed in the suppliers catalog, plus shipping. These prices will be listed on your itemized order sheet. You are guaranteed that the components listed are the ones used to construct your rod. In the event a particular component is not available, I will contact you and we can discuss available options.

Labor charge for building a rod is $100. This is for a rod that is simple in design and a thread wrap consisting of a single color of your choice.

Add $10 for a trimband.

Add $10 for an accent wrap.

Add $20 for an accent wrap & trimband.

Add $40 for a decorative butt wrap: Double Chevron or Double Diamond.

Add $15 to modify the reel seat: RF Lite or Split Reel Seat.

Shipping charge is $30 for 2 rods anywhere in the US.  

Shipping charge is $40 for 3 or more rods as a larger diameter tube is required.
(Your rod will be carefully wrapped and shipped in a PVC tube. I will ship your rod USPS Priority.  Other carriers may be utilized depending on your preference.)

The total cost of your rod will be itemized and sent to you for your approval, prior to any transactions or ordering of components. It is my goal to insure that you are pleased with every aspect of your custom rod purchasing experience.
 
 

• Strip / prep rod for total guide replacement: $20
• Basic rewrap cost per guide: $5
• Tip top replacement: $10 
• Remove existing foregrip and rewrap:  $20
• Trim threads from reel seat: $5
• Create split rear grip from solid grip: $25
• Shorten handle: $15 
• Splice / repair broken blank with internal / external ferrule and overwrap: $20
• Quotes on other repairs available upon request.

 

Once we have selected your components for your custom rod, the cost of the materials will be due at the time I order them from my suppliers.

I accept: Money Orders / Cash / PayPal / Visa and MasterCard. Personal checks are accepted, but will need to clear before the components will be ordered.  The balance is due upon completion of the rod and prior to shipping.

Digital pictures of your rod can be taken during the rod's assembly.