Description: A great way to get a head start on building your own Bamboo fly rod. These blanks are ready to build. Hand-lapped ferrules are installed, and blanks are varnish finished. Before you ask, no, these are not cheap import blanks that have soft, wimpy tips. These blanks are premium quality hand-planed and ready to build. 3-piece blanks. I lapped and installed a set of 18% nickel silver Super Swiss ferrules. I have also applied a varnish finish to the blanks. - Leonard Tournament taper - 8'0" 3wt 3pc - 3-piece blank - Blonde - Spar varnish dip finished - Set of Super Swiss ferrules lapped & installed - Ready to build TOP-GRADE BAMBOO MATERIAL AND PREMIUM HARDWARE - ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blanks are the fundamental components for making high-quality fly rods. These blanks are made from top-grade tokin bamboo, using perennial bamboo material, offering excellent toughness, casting performance, and sensitivity. The blanks come with nickel silver ferrules, providing a smooth plug-in experience and enhancing overall rod quality. CAREFULLY CRAFTED - Each rod blank is meticulously crafted to ensure optimal balance and action, making it an ideal choice for anglers seeking a traditional and authentic fly fishing experience. The craftsmanship in making these blanks ensures they are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. EXTRA ROD TIP OPTIONS - These bamboo fly rod blanks come with the option of 1 or 2 rod tips, providing flexibility for anglers. The extra tip serves as a backup in case of accidental damage or wear, allowing for timely replacement and ensuring uninterrupted fishing experiences. Leonard Tournament 8ft 3pc 3wt Taper - This bamboo fly rod features a hexagonal (6-sided) solid construction with a total length of 8 feet (96 inches) and an action length of 7 feet 1 inch (85 inches). It is designed as a 3-piece rod for a 3-weight double taper (DT) line, optimized for casting distances up to 40 feet using a standard line type. The rod has a tip factor of 1.295 oz (4.0 x 0.324 oz) and a tiptop size of 4.0/64ths. It utilizes standard ferrules, with the first ferrule being size 10/64 located 32.00 inches from the tip, and the second ferrule being size 15/64 located 64.00 inches from the tip. At the first ferrule point, the rod measures 9.6/64 inches (0.150 inches) in diameter, with an outside diameter around the apexes of 11.1/64 inches (0.173 inches), weighing 0.162 oz (4.592g). At the second ferrule point, the rod measures 15.1/64 inches (0.236 inches) in diameter, with an outside diameter around the apexes of 17.4/64 inches (0.273 inches), weighing 0.358 oz (10.14g). VARIETY OF TAPERS AVAILABLE - Choose from a range of classic Leonard tapers: Leonard 37 12 ACM, 6.5 ft 2wt 2pc / Leonard Baby Catskill- 7ft 2pc 2wt - light tip / Leonard Baby Catskill - 7ft 3wt 2pc - heavy tip / Leonard Letort 40 - 8ft 2pc 4 wt / Post fire Leonard - 7ft 6in 4wt 2pc / Leonard 39DH - 7 ft 6 in 4wt 2pc / Leonard 38H - 7ft 2pc 4wt / Leonard 50 DF Tournament 8ft 2pc 5wt / Leonard 50DF 8ft 2pc 5 wt / Leonard 9ft 3pc 4wt / Leonard Tournament - 8ft 3pc 3wt
Price: 218 USD
Location: FUZHOU/FUJIAN
End Time: 2025-01-09T16:11:37.000Z
Shipping Cost: 39 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Brand: ZHUSROD
Part Type: Rod Blank
Color: blonde
Size: varnished
Fishing Type: Fly Fishing
Material: Bamboo
Country/Region of Manufacture: China
Item Length: 8ft
Model: Leonard Tournament
Unit Type: ft
Vintage: No
Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime
Available Variations
Color: 1Tip
Price: 218 USD
Available Quantity: 1
Quantity Sold: 0
Color: 2Tips
Price: 283 USD
Available Quantity: 1
Quantity Sold: 0
