CODES (2 days ago) In about 2000(? HOME. As a result, used Fenwicks are usually a bargain, and you can fish them without fear. (Dane), It's my best wet-fly, night-fishing rod. Early ones had mylar underwraps, cigar-type grip, and trademark Fenwick butt wrap. Presumably Jenks was hired to develop the manufacturing of tubular fiberglass products. (Dane), I heartily disagree with the assessment that the FF805 is a rebadged FF806. But for discussion and questions about the rods, collecting, fishing, for sale, building, and the general why of fiberglass flyrods, please visit the forum. This Wiki page is not intended as a replacement for the book. (corlay), Marked 3¼ oz. Fenwick - Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki. The links are shown in blue text. Mine is labeled 3? If you collect Fenwick rods, you gotta have Vic's book. (Tom), I have always thought this was a relabeled FF806, and I like a 6 weight line on it. Includes Phillipson 3M cloth bag and labeled aluminum tube. Please, only add photos of notable or unusual features. The three 5 weights have a devoted following. Feel free to discuss the series and if you would like to become a member all you have to do is post something. Jun 6, 2009 Glad to hear you liked it. The Pure 7’2″ 5wt with a matching reel. Messages 1,075 Reaction score 301 Location Isle of Lewis, UK. These rods are covered on the Japanese Fiberglass Flyrods page. Reviewing this group and checking the dates at which participants registered, I see that new users were regularly registered until August 18, 2015. It is lighter version of the FF84 but is not seen in the reference books or catalogs. Recently finished The Pure 7’2” 5wt rod with my 5th Anniversary reel. (rodblank) It's a 6 weight for me. pure pleasure to fish. They handled 11 weight shooting heads very nicely, if I remember correctly. As far as the Steffen 8ft 3/4wt, it's the only rod I fish with anymore here in Vermont. Fenwick - Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki This should help you . My Synthesis Series of rods is complex yet uncomplicated. In fact, when Scott Fly Rods started in the early 70’s, graphite fly rods didn’t even exist. (Doug), I agree. I wrapped this rod in brown silk tipped in dark orange. Master Guide. Re: Classic Fly Reel Forum - Fiberglass Flyrodders. Sign up for updates! Butt is made of the same bakelite as the reel what is made by the great reel maker Mitsuru Ishii from Japan. Fishes identical to the 2 piece model but more portable. (fishwater), marked WF7F. (Troutguy), Smooth, easy-casting rod that flexes all the way to the butt. One completed its build there. Nice rod. However, the rods were made in China with Western style grips. For a great history of the Fenwick rod company, see Vic Johnson's book of the same title (General Reference 2). Tom C . Learn Essential Fly Fishing Skills. Rated for a #6, but I like it with a 5. Prior owner's name scribed on the tube. The second generation rods were a bit crisper/faster than the first generation Feralites. Home Fiberglass Fly Rods STORE About. (Chuck), Removable fighting butt. You can stand on this rod in the wind or with heavy flies and it responds to the task admirably. (Tom), Casts like a dream with a DT6. Vic Johnson's Fenwick (General Reference 2) lists at least 15 different early model Fenwick rods. Our earliest rods grew from fiberglass roots. Eddie Southgate Master Guide Posts: 581 Joined: 03/24/16 16:20 Location: Minor Hill Tennessee. Displays the same smooth casting stroke Fenglass is known for. The Cracker Barrel Originally written by me and some friends 2002-04 for the Virtual Fly Shop, Flyfisherman Magazine Online. Fiberglass fly rods are not a thing of the past. four piece fiberglass blank with tip over ferrules. Again, thanks to Eddie for the the help. From Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki. I … At this point I have only included pages for the bigger companies. Ben's of Holland 7'5" 4wt A very nice packable rod with a wonderful full flex, and quick recovery. Fly rod hanger tags (set of 2) $1.00. Excellent, sweet-casting rod . (kitefly), Very versatile, sweet seven footer. Vale 7' 6" 3/4wt. Please feel free to join in and participate in the discussions. Thankfully, the majority of sales occur without a hitch. - Tom), Produced only in the first production year. The Fenwick book doesn't contain a comprehensive list of model numbers, nor does it di… Some had uplocking reel seats/cork inserts. First Time Visitors; Buying Guide; Posting Guide; Posting Photos; A Glass Fanatic's Guide to Buying a New, Fiberglass Fly Rod. Apr 28, 2020 #13 Hi, jayr, I wondered if this thread might help you in your search? The Wiki is navigated like any other website. (pave). Small Stream Fly Fishing Guide Fly Fishing Tips Fly Fishing Casting (541) 224-8260 eric@trout-fly-fishing.com Contact Us As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. (kinzua), Personally, I like this rod with a WF7. (pave), Great travel rod with a lot of flex for great fun with the small ones. This Wiki page is not intended as a replacement for the book. There is currently a line of Fenwick rods for sale in Asia. Best with a WF6 for me. fiberglass. Synthesis Series. Fishes size 10-20 dries, nymphs, and streamers very well. Stout as a bay mule. Heddon started making … I was so surprised with how fun this gaudy little yellow fly rod was to cast that I poked around the Internet and found the Fiberglass Flyrodders forum. oz. The Sidebar contains links to all of the Wiki pages. $495.00; Details; FF370 - Phillipson . Welcome to the Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki! (Doug). (Upstream), Six weight. Great casting rod. Some of the earliest I believe were yellow before they became mostly white. There is a Modern Rods section with pages for each of the glass rod makers active in the market. If you provide the information, I will edit the page to make the format match the rest of the pages. Wiki; Forum; Donate; Contact; FAQ . The Wiki holds information, specifications, model numbers, and other useful information. (pave), Agreed. ), Fenwick (now owned by Pure Fishing, Inc.) revived the fiberglass fly rod with their Fenglass line. Instead, this page is more of a supplement. Very light-in-hand; easy caster. (CreationBear), Early serial numbered versions—prefix C and above—with semi-translucent amber blanks were marketed by Fenwick as 5 weight rods, but they handle a 4 weight line quite nicely, indeed. FWIW, the FY prefix was also used on 'glass rods (more my interest) starting ~1966 and continuing into the '80s per this list; Shakespeare - Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki Making me think perhaps just designation for fly rod similar to Fenwick's "FF". Explore more guides to essential fly fishing skills. The method wrapped the resin impregnated cloth around a tapered steel mandrel and sealed the combi… For some very savvy fishermen, they are the best rods for the situation. The blanks were initially made by Grizzly, but eventually blank production was brought in house (along with Grizzly). (Richard). 21 maart 2021 fiberglass. (Doug), Marked 3½ oz. The Wiki holds information, specifications, model numbers, and other useful information. These blanks were made from E-glass with the Feralite ferrule. Flexes great, even with a 12" fish on it. General References. These rods had the patented Feralite ferrule, a tip-over-butt fiberglass arrangement that has since been copied by almost every other rod maker. As time goes on, we will be able to include any maker we feel is worthwhile (send me a e-mail and I'll add them). COUPON (0 seconds ago) Welcome to the Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki! There is also a separate page just listing the available Modern Rod Blanks. . Top flor grip, reel seat and hardware inspired by an old Garcia Conolon fly rod. Spend a little time browsing this site and you may find a few surprises. Vic Johnson lists at least 30 fly rods. for 5 or 6—true 5wt (WF5F) for me. (lonefisherman), Fitted with short, stout fighting butt. Back in 2018 mtbusman was kind enough to scan and send me a copy of Fenwick Woodstream's 1981 Rod Building Catalogue. CONTACT ME. Excellent condition with minor scuffing on the butt cap and the blank. (pave), Just plain fun to cast matched with a Royal Wulff Ambush 7wt, the older, fatter FF80 does everything the FF807 does, only better. In the early 50s, Pacific Laminates developed a high pressure lamination technique. If you collect Fenwick rods, you gotta have Vic's book. The First Generation Feralite Flyrods (1963-1971), The Second Generation Feralite Flyrods (1972-1988), https://wiki.fiberglassflyrodders.com/mediawiki-1.32.2/index.php?title=Fenwick&oldid=15, This rod casts like the later FF756—faster action than most glass rods. (Doug), Remarkably different than the FF70—much fuller flexing. Instead, this page is more of a supplement. https://wiki.fiberglassflyrodders.com/mediawiki-1.32.2/index.php?title=Main_Page&oldid=95. (Doug), I fish this with a Cortland Peach DT6F. If no one responds with an answer you might try the fiberglass flyrodders forum. Gallery BLOG VIDEO Fly Reels Contact. (PflighFission), Lighter, but not as sweet as the FF84. Basically, it is the Table of Contents. (Ref. I do not want the Wiki to become a source of photos used in scam eBay auctions. Few fly shops stock fiberglass. Heddon was a long established tackle company with a history of producing good split cane rods. It is suited more for small dries and nymphs with a delicate presentation. Fiberglass fly rods for sale. There may be others out there. Along this journey, we’ve developed a way of doing things that we call The Scott Difference. (Tom), Excellent bass rod; light-in-hand, yet has backbone to spare. Lovely to cast. Perfect farm pond rod—great for bluegill and can handle the occasional bass. (pave), Surprising casting ability for its length. This page was last edited on 20 January 2014, at 11:48. FENWICK ROD CO. - MAKERS, CA MODEL FF706, 7' 2PC 5 WT, 2 7/8 oz. The best dry-fly taper Fenwick ever made. TROUT SMITHS. Fiberglass fly rods provide the fly angler with great versatility and durability. In addition, the new 'glass fly rods made … Twig 7' 3/4wt. Uni S glass in translucent pale orange finish. (Just saw this on eBay. I have interlinked the Wiki pages to make navigation easy. I've attempted to acknowledge these sources on the various information pages. Serial #R114608, Built in 1977-78.Medium fast dry fly action. We put our name on the map in those early years creating high performance, multi piece glass fly rods for anglers venturing into the mountains to catch wild trout in cool crystalline waters. From Fiberglass Flyrodders Wiki. There is a Classic Rods section. Nice rod. Guide kits, finish kits, and component kits are available here: Fiberglass kits. (Russell), Later sold as the FL-6 by Fenwick Woodstream. Will work fine with a 7 or 8 weight line. This section has a large number of pages - one for each of major makers of the past. The Wiki holds information, specifications, model numbers, and other useful information. $68.00. Top. FENWICK ROD CO. 1. I'm guessing its an 11-12 weight. I began poking around the Internet for more information and came across the Fiberglass Flyrodders forum, which really opened my eyes to the history behind many of the vintage fly-rod brands, as well as contemporary fiberglass fly rods. ... 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