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Offline Duffman

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Custom rod builders??
« on: January 15, 2008, 07:54:26 PM »
  Want to have something done for my son for his 6th B-day in March.  I have something in mind, I just need to talk to a builder.  A basic 6' 6" all around baitcaster stick with a certain theme I know he will love.
  Any info you all can pass on is much appreciated.  If I can get this to happen the way I picture it, it should be pretty cool. Thanks 
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #1 on: January 15, 2008, 08:19:50 PM »
Try Grupmy's Bait & Tackle in Seaside. I've seen some fantastic custom rods come from his shop.  t^ <'((((><
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Offline Skolmann

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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #2 on: January 15, 2008, 09:33:49 PM »
Kevin Bogan makes a nice rod.

I have 1 of his and my son does as well
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #3 on: January 15, 2008, 09:49:18 PM »
Where are you located?
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #4 on: January 15, 2008, 10:01:11 PM »
Duffman is around Keyport area Bob.
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #5 on: January 15, 2008, 10:20:20 PM »
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Offline IrishAyes

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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #6 on: January 15, 2008, 10:34:14 PM »
Nice.   t^
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #7 on: January 15, 2008, 10:53:13 PM »
nice , but how uch do you save per rod , making them your self?
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #8 on: January 15, 2008, 11:34:53 PM »
Bob, I'm in Aberdeen.
 
Only place I knew of was Bogans.
 
Thanks for the input, keep em coming...

What ever happened to Robs???
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #9 on: January 16, 2008, 12:03:56 AM »
Hi Duffman,

Mike at Grumpys makes some excellent rods as does Kevin Bogan.  I would run it by both and I am sure that you will know just by the vibes you receive by talking to each man.

I know you want this to be special for your son as I did when I made my daughters rod.  Hers was nothing fancy but it was the thought process and the love one puts into it that counts and makes it special.

Good luck in your quest.

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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #10 on: January 16, 2008, 03:30:53 PM »
There are custom rods and then truly custom, one of a kind, made specificaly for the individual rods ;)

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Rods look fantastic, but that's just the icing on the cake.  Rod is built for you to specific individual characteristics and requirements. 

Ain't a "just pick your colors and we'll wrap you a custom rod" rod >:D
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #11 on: January 16, 2008, 03:33:43 PM »
Hey Gottog, welcome back from your trip.  I hope is was a good one.

Good info on the rods.   t^
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #12 on: January 16, 2008, 03:39:23 PM »
Trip was ok.  Lots of work and long days.  Yet another trip that makes me feel like I've still never really "visited" Vegas 5hrug

Busy at work catching up and getting new items placed.  Busy, which is a good thing ;D TT^ chrz

I do NEED to go fishing soon. bngh
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #13 on: January 16, 2008, 04:03:02 PM »
Quote from: gottog on January 16, 2008, 03:30:53 PM
There are custom rods and then truly custom, one of a kind, made specificaly for the individual rods ;)

xlrods@yahoo.com
Works out of SI NY.
Rods look fantastic, but that's just the icing on the cake.  Rod is built for you to specific individual characteristics and requirements. 

Ain't a "just pick your colors and we'll wrap you a custom rod" rod >:D

What's Billy's turn around time running these days?

My guess 1 year +.
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #14 on: January 16, 2008, 04:13:55 PM »
Actually much much quicker that that when he's in actual rod building mode.
« Last Edit: January 16, 2008, 07:56:17 PM by Hotrod »
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #15 on: January 16, 2008, 04:18:03 PM »
I am not sure Duffman is looking to spend $400 on a rod for his 6 year old :)
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #16 on: January 16, 2008, 04:21:03 PM »
You get what you pay for grtn

Even if you calculated minimum wage for the hours he spends on just some of the wraps, you're still getting a deal.

He's made some sweet rods for a few kids, including his own.  He had a Bart Simson one that was just incredible.

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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #17 on: January 16, 2008, 04:22:13 PM »
Quote from: gottog on January 16, 2008, 03:30:53 PM
There are custom rods and then truly custom, one of a kind, made specificaly for the individual rods ;)

xlrods@yahoo.com
Works out of SI NY.
Rods look fantastic, but that's just the icing on the cake.  Rod is built for you to specific individual characteristics and requirements. 

Ain't a "just pick your colors and we'll wrap you a custom rod" rod >:D

those are some nice rods. do you know about how much they cost?
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #18 on: January 16, 2008, 04:32:32 PM »
Hold on to your knickers for this one.
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Re: Custom rod builders??
« Reply #19 on: January 16, 2008, 04:38:02 PM »
Depends on blank, components, wraps, etc.  Gotta ask the builder for exact prices. 

Can get cheaper "customs" built at other places, but you're limited in what you can actually get.
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