Graphite & Glass

Rod Rating Designations and Abbreviations

(M) Mint - Appears to be new/unused

(NM) Near Mint or As New - As above with minor noted exceptions

(EXC) Excellent - Shows signs of light to medium use

(VG) Very Good - Shows signs of normal to heavy use

(G) Good - May be fishable as is, but likely needs work

(F) Fair - Needs work prior to being fished

(RS) Restored - Original hardware/specifications were used

(RF) Refinished - Non-original hardware and/or specifications were used

Other Abbreviations:

C&R - Cap & Ring

D/L'ing - Down Locking

HK - Hook Keeper

N/S - Nickel Silver

S/B - Slide Band

U/L'ing - Up Locking

WC - Winding Check

Current Inventory Of Graphite & Glass Rods

The graphite & glass rods listed below are available for purchase (unless noted otherwise in the description). The rods are listed by length first, then alphabetically by the maker. You can click on the item photo to enlarge it. A sale pending tag denotes that an agreement to purchase the item has been reached, but the sale may not yet have been completed.

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Phillipson Master Model G-MF60C ~ 6’ ~ 2pc.

Phillipson Master Model G-MF60C ~ 6’ ~ 2pc. ~ 1 7/8 oz. ~ HDH-HDG#6 ~ EXC ~ This sweet little Rocky Mountain-built glass rod appears features attractive yellow blanks, green/red jasper wraps tipped yellow with fancy open spiral accents, smooth and tight fitting N/S ferrules torpedo grip which continues down to form the cork seat that is fitted with black D/L’ing cap and ring hardware and also has a black wound-over WC and HK loop. The rod comes in a yellow bag and plaid fiber tube with gold and black Phillipson label. The model number is present on the top of the rubber rod cap. This wand is extremely light-in-the-hand and throws nice tight loops with a Cortland 444 Peach DT-3 and WF/DT-4, it’s factory rod-rating notwithstanding. What a super find on this model with low milage that will surely please the avid glass rod fan and/or Phillipson enthusiast. ~~$350~~ $250

Orvis HLS ~ 7’ ~ 2pc.

Orvis HLS ~ 7’ ~ 2pc. ~ 1 oz. ~ 4 wt. ~ As New ~ This quality made light line wand from the famous Vermont purveyor of fine fishing gear features attractive gray un-sanded blanks, black wraps, Fuji stripper, chrome guides and a Superfine grip with dual slide band cork seat. The rod comes with original bag and Orvis-labeled jet black aluminum tube with brass end, cap and collar. The tube has the gold Orvis labels bearing rod info and 25-year guarantee. $250

Phillipson EF76 ~ 7.5’ ~ 2pc.

Phillipson EF76 ~ 7.5’ ~ 2pc. ~ 3.7oz. ~ 5wt. EXC ~ This 3M era fiberglass classic comes from the Epoxite series which is well-known for high-density laminates and fine performance. It features a brown blank, brown wraps, chrome guides, spigot ferrules, comfortable cigar grip, bronze D/L’ing screw and slide hood aluminum seat and a HK loop. The rod comes with a light tan 2-compartment bag and Phillipson-labeled aluminum tube. I found the rod has a sweet medium action and an affinity for a Cortland 444 Peach WF-5 and DT-5. This lightly used wand will surely please the Phillipson aficionado and/or any glass rod enthusiast. $250

Echo Edge 480-4x ~ 8’ ~ 4pc.

Echo Edge 480-4x ~ 8’ ~ 4pc. ~ 3oz. ~ 4wt. ~ EXC ~ From the maker… “This pleasurable trout class fly rod from Echo is a travel friendly 4 piece pack rod with a medium to fast action at a price that can't be beat. Features include: ultra durable blanks, TiCH stripper guides, premium grade cork, cordura rod case, rich wine gloss blank, single foot light weight snake guides, and a layered impregnated wood insert reel seat.” This comes with original labeled cordura covered tube with rod stats on the zippered cap. A great buy on a nice looking and easy-casting stick. $125

Garcia Conlon S-637 ~ 8’ ~ 2pc.

Garcia Conlon S-637 ~ 8’ ~ 2pc. ~ 4.2 oz. ~ 6/7wt. ~ EXC ~ This rod with the Conoguard sealed protection features an attractive silver blank, black wraps with silver accents, white ceramic stripper, chrome guides, black alloy ferrules. comfortable Wells grip, black metal seat with D/L’ing svrew and slide hood hardware and exposed black WC. No bag or tube. The medium action throws a sweet loop and will handle a 6 or 7 wt. line of your choosing. It will also throw 5 if asked and would be a good choice for trout or bass. $75

~~LL Bean Double L Model 8634 ~ 8.5’ ~ 2pc.~~

Graywolf ~ 8.5’ ~ 3pc.

Graywolf ~ 8.5’ ~ 3pc. 6/7wt. ~ Serial N0. 1186 ~ As New ~ This custom-built rod from Britton, Michigan’s Shane Gray shows no signs of use. It features high quality unsanded brown S-glass fiberglass blanks supplied by Steffen Bros, translucent brown silks tipped black at the WC and ferrule stations, cerecoil stripper, Snake brand snakes, black tip-top, spigot ferules, comfortable Wells grip with fighting butt and black seat with dual screw and slide hood hardware and black WC. The rod comes with a custom soft cloth bag and black powder coated aluminum tube with makers label. This quality-constructed rod sold for $735. Yours, as new, for… $550

~~Sage XP Model 586-4 ~ 8.5’ ~ 4pc~~

Orvis Trident ~ 9’ ~ 2pc. ~ 4 oz.

Orvis Trident ~ 9’ ~ 2pc. ~ 4 oz. ~ 7 wt. ~ EXC (exception noted) ~ This quality made mid-flex (7.5) from the famous Vermont purveyor of fine fishing gear was made in 1998 and features black sanded blanks, ruby red wraps, gold guides, modified Wells grip, metal seat with U/L’ing dual screw and slide hood hardware and fighting butt that needs to be reglued into the end of the seat. The rod comes with original bag and Orvis-labeled burgundy cordura tube zip top. A gold medallion with rod info is on the top of the tube. ~~$195~~ $150

Sage Model 890-4DS ~ 9’ ~ 4pc.

Sage Model 890-4DS ~ 9’ ~ 4pc. ~ 4oz. ~ 8wt. ~ EXC ~ From Sage… “The Graphite II Discovery Series offers an updated, easy-to-cast action that's reliable and economical. They're also a long-lasting example of Sage's groundbreaking design technology. A derivative of the legendary "Reserve Power" action rod, the blank is made with the same design philosophy that brought the world its first high line speed, fast action rod — all at an affordable price without compromising quality.” This rod from the famous Bainbridge Island maker features attractive brown graphite II unsanded blanks, dark chocolate wraps, chrome guides, comfortable wells grip, black seat with black U/L’ing screw and slide hood hardware and fighting butt. The rod comes with original the original labeled bag and labeled cordura covered tube with rod stats on the zippered cap. A great buy on a nice looking and easy-casting stick. ~~$175~~ $125

Sage XP Model 596-4 ~ 9.5’ ~ 4/2

Sage XP Model 596-4 ~ 9.5’ ~ 4/2 ~ 4.6oz. ~ 5wt. ~ EXC ~ From Sage… “Pick up one of our fast action XP rods, and the first thing you'll notice is the almost magical lightness in your hand. Fish an XP, and simply put, it will come alive. Designed for anglers with a quick, compact casting stroke, the XP series rods load quickly, generate tremendous line speed and pick up large amounts of line with ease. Wind? No problem. Heavy sink-tips? Perfect. Bulky flies? Bring 'em on. But don't be deceived by the power-XP rods are made with graphite IIIe, giving them exceptional sensitivity for more delicate work as well. Spend a little time with an XP, and you'll see why it's the instrument of choice whenever crisp, precise line control is a must. Whether you're sliding a #22 trico on 7X into a distant feeding lane, quick-firing hoppers from a bouncing drift boat or tossing industrial strength shooting heads to cruising kings, XP rods are the standard by which all other fast action fly rods are judged.” This high quality rod from the famous Bainbridge Island maker features attractive deep forest green graphite IIIe B sanded blanks with extra tip, grayish-green wraps with elegant gold accents on the butt section above the grip and at the female ferrule stations, chrome guides, comfortable and way cool composite Western grip with U/L’ing screw and slide hood seat, polished cocobolo spacer, silver WC and HK loop. The rod comes with the original Sage-labeled bag, and antique brown Sage-labeled tube. ~~$350~~ $295