Rod Building Supplies
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Model / SKU: S3-2. An up-locking fly reel seat built with a dark red hardwood insert and black anodized aluminum hardware.Key specifications Locking style: Up-locking; the threaded hardware tightens the reel foot toward the grip Overall length: 92mm Installation bore: 9mm Body diameter: 17mm...Regular price $19.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per
$25.00 USDSale price $19.00 USD -
Pezon & Michel Salmon Rod
8WT9FT 6IN3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Pezon & Michel Salmon Rod taper. The listed build configuration is 9'6", 8wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Pezon & Michel Salmon Rod. Length: 9'6"....Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
Phillipson Smuggler
6WT7FT 6IN4PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Phillipson Smuggler taper. The listed build configuration is 7'6", 6wt and 4-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Phillipson Smuggler. Length: 7'6". Line weight: 6wt. Sections: 4-piece. Current...Regular price From $224.64 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Paul H. Young Midge #2
4WT6FT 3IN2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Midge #2 taper. The listed build configuration is 6'3", 4wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Midge #2. Length: 6'3"....Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
Sir Darryl Special
4WT7FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Sir Darryl Special taper. The listed build configuration is 7', 4wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Sir Darryl Special. Length: 7'. Line weight: 4wt. Sections:...Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
Divine
4WT9FT3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Divine taper. The listed build configuration is 9', 4wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Divine. Length: 9'. Line weight: 4wt. Sections: 3-piece. Current taper profile...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
Montague
3WT9FT3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Montague taper. The listed build configuration is 9', 3wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Montague. Length: 9'. Line weight: 3wt. Sections: 3-piece. Current taper profile...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
F.E. Thomas
5WT8FT3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the F.E. Thomas taper. The listed build configuration is 8', 5wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: F.E. Thomas. Length: 8'. Line weight: 5wt. Sections: 3-piece. Current...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
F.E. Thomas Dirigo
6WT9FT3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the F.E. Thomas Dirigo taper. The listed build configuration is 9', 6wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: F.E. Thomas Dirigo. Length: 9'. Line weight: 6wt. Sections:...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
Granger Favorite
6WT9FT3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Granger Favorite taper. The listed build configuration is 9', 6wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Granger Favorite. Length: 9'. Line weight: 6wt. Sections: 3-piece. Current...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
Goodwin Granger Deluxe
4WT7FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Goodwin Granger Deluxe taper. The listed build configuration is 7', 4wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Goodwin Granger Deluxe. Length: 7'. Line weight: 4wt. Sections:...Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
Cross Dry Fly
5WT8FT3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Cross Dry Fly taper. The listed build configuration is 8', 5wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Cross Dry Fly. Length: 8'. Line weight: 5wt. Sections:...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
Cross Bass Bug Rod
6WT8FT 6IN3PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Cross Bass Bug Rod taper. The listed build configuration is 8'6", 6wt and 3-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Cross Bass Bug Rod. Length: 8'6". Line weight:...Regular price From $179.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $179.00 USD -
Cross Bataviakill
5WT7FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Cross Bataviakill taper. The listed build configuration is 7', 5wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Cross Bataviakill. Length: 7'. Line weight: 5wt. Sections: 2-piece. Current...Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
South Bend Cross Sylph
5WT7FT 6IN2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the South Bend Cross Sylph taper. The listed build configuration is 7'6", 5wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: South Bend Cross Sylph. Length: 7'6". Line weight:...Regular price From $139.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $139.00 USD -
Cross Sylph
5WT7FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Cross Sylph taper. The listed build configuration is 7', 5wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Cross Sylph. Length: 7'. Line weight: 5wt. Sections: 2-piece. Current...Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
Dickerson 8014
6WT8FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Dickerson 8014 taper. The listed build configuration is 8', 6wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Dickerson 8014. Length: 8'. Line weight: 6wt. Sections: 2-piece. Current...Regular price From $159.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $159.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Boat Rod
6WT8FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Boat Rod taper. The listed build configuration is 8', 6wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Boat Rod. Length: 8'....Regular price From $159.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $159.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Martha Marie #2
6WT7FT 6IN2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Martha Marie #2 taper. The listed build configuration is 7'6", 6wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Martha Marie #2....Regular price From $139.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $139.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Princess
5WT7FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Princess taper. The listed build configuration is 7', 5wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Princess. Length: 7'. Line weight:...Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Driggs River
4WT7FT 2IN2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Driggs River taper. The listed build configuration is 7'2", 4wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Driggs River. Length: 7'2"....Regular price From $119.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $119.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Para 17
7WT8FT 6IN2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Para 17 taper. The listed build configuration is 8'6", 7wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Para 17. Length: 8'6"....Regular price From $159.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $159.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Para 16
7WT8FT 6IN2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Para 16 taper. The listed build configuration is 8'6", 7wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Para 16. Length: 8'6"....Regular price From $159.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $159.00 USD -
Paul H. Young Para 15
6WT8FT2PC
A ZHUSROD bamboo fly rod blank based on the Paul H. Young Para 15 taper. The listed build configuration is 8', 6wt and 2-piece. Select the tip count and supplied ferrule state above before ordering. Specifications Taper: Paul H. Young Para 15. Length: 8'....Regular price From $159.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price From $159.00 USD
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Bamboo Fly Rod Building Supplies and Components
A good bamboo-rod build depends on fit as much as appearance. This collection brings together the fly rod components used to turn a prepared blank into a finished fishing rod, including nickel silver ferrules, reel seats, cork handles and agate stripping guides. Choose each part for the actual dimensions and intended configuration of your project.
This is a component collection, not a promise that every item forms a universal bamboo fly rod building kit. Product compatibility varies. Review the measurements on each listing before buying, especially when matching components to an existing blank or repair project.
Match Components to the Bamboo Blank
- Ferrules: Measure the rod sections and confirm the fitting method. Browse nickel silver ferrules for bamboo rods.
- Reel seats: Compare installation bore, overall length, hardware and reel-foot fit. Browse fly rod reel seats.
- Cork handles: Check handle length, bore and grip shape before fitting. Browse cork rod handles.
- Stripping guides: Compare ring size and frame dimensions with the finished rod. Browse agate stripping guides for fly rods.
Plan Before You Fit or Finish
Nominal size alone does not guarantee an exact fit. Accurate measuring, fitting and alignment are essential, particularly for ferrules and reel-seat hardware. Use established rod-building methods and suitable bamboo rod making tools for the work you intend to perform.
Begin with one of our Tonkin bamboo fly rod blanks, then consult the rod-builder resources and fly rod guide-spacing reference. If you are looking for planing forms, classes or a complete workshop tool package, do not assume they are included unless a current product listing specifically states so.