For the enthusiast who asked us about a light, long bamboo rod (over 8'3"), we recommend the Takemoto rod, "if you can wait". This recommendation comes not only from us, but also from American masters like Glenn Brackett and Per Brandin. They both hold the Takemoto rod in very high regard. If you want to know Per's opinion, it's on his website.
Then you might say, "OK, I can wait!" Are you sure?
The lead time for Takemoto rods is now over five years. If you order now, you will receive your rod after 2030. At customers' request, we have been accepting orders for Takemoto rods at the same price offered by the manufacturer. However, we have not listed them on our website because doing so would extend the backorder wait time. He produces 15 to 20 rods a year. If you can wait, though, we can accept your order for Takemoto rod without payment in advance. The main reason we don't require advance payment is that the price for models five years later has not been set yet.
For those who cannot wait five years, we currently only have one Takemoto rod in stock. It is not brand new; it is a demo rod that we displayed at some fly fishing shows. It's almost brand new, and it's difficult to tell the difference from a brand new one. The manufacturer offered this model to customers for $3,000 in 2024.
Here are the specifications:
Rod length: 8'4"
Line weight: #4
Section: Three pieces
Tip: Two tips
Ferrule: Glass fiber
Guide: Original Takemoto single foot.
Original rod tube with sock.
Price: $3,300.00
First come, first served.
