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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Riverman on June 14, 2021, 10:41:04 AM

Title: Looking to add a fighting butt to an existing fly rod.
Post by: Riverman on June 14, 2021, 10:41:04 AM

   Have great 10ft 6in custom made 6wt. It casts beautifully and is great to play fish on. The extra length cries out for fighting butt. Just my preference. I have nt really found a supplier in BC . Live in the Shuswap so pretty much by mail. Any suggestions? Planning to self install.

Title: Re: Looking to add a fighting butt to an existing fly rod.
Post by: RalphH on June 14, 2021, 12:07:41 PM

https://js-outdoors.com/adding-a-fighting-butt/

may give you some ideas. On some reel seats the end cap can be pried off. For an extension you can use a piece from a broken or old rod, even a cheap rod from Walmart etc. At worst a wooden dowel. If necessary add some rings of masking tape so it snugs inside the blank of your rod.

There are some experienced rod makers on this website - Dave B & Typhoon come to mind who could provide better info.

Title: Re: Looking to add a fighting butt to an existing fly rod.
Post by: Riverman on June 15, 2021, 01:53:37 PM

  Thanks a few ideas there. This has a cap so I am sure I can come up with something.