Mine is making the ride from Japan to GA as we speak.

Go to Japantackle and look until your heart is content. They have more handles than you can stand to look at. And Hawgtech is another good handle. If you cant find a good handle, you really aren't looking very hard. :-)

Very nice looking!

Those are both awesome reels. You will be very happy with your choices!

Costa with 580 glass lenses (saltbreak, Man-o-war, or Fisch fames fit my big head well), Revo, and Maui Jim are my favorite brands.

I have an older GLoomis backpack that I have used and abused for several years and it is still holding up fine. It is discontinued, but if you can get your hands on one, you will not be disappointed. I also have a Wild River backpack that is relatively new to me and it is also a great pack. It also ...

I have sold a few things lately and would appreciate any kind words if you see fit. Thank you guys!

Merry Christmas to you also. Your builds are fantastic!

30 bucks is normally about what I pay. Always use a PVC pipe if possible. I have seen even the tough TW cardboard tubes not survive.

jpd0144 wrote:I had the 6'10 and the 7'1 ... Still sick to my stomach for selling !

Congrats and enjoy your unicorn. Very nice !

Keep an eye on the for sale forums...there may be one coming up for sale.

I have the 7'1" version of that rod and it is a great rod! You will love it.

Wow! Very nicely done!

My better half calls it tackle porn lol

Beautiful fish slaying tool!

A match made in fishing heaven!