Custom Bamboo Fly rods

USA made hand planed custom bamboo fly rods. Made to order.


I am an experienced maker, having made over 100 rods/blanks,  All of my rods are made on blanks made entirely by me. I am an also an experienced fly caster, first learning to fly fish in the early 1980's. We can discuss exactly what you are looking for in a rod and make sure the taper fits your needs.


All of my rods are hand-planed from Tonkin bamboo, available in flamed or blonde tone. The finish is rubbed polyurethane, which produces a warm semi-gloss finish. The guides are wrapped in silk, with agate or hard alloy ring stripping guides, depending on preference.


Tapers - I can make essentially any reasonable taper. I use a collection of classic and modern tapers, along with a few of my own.


​​I am taking orders. Shoot me an email if you are interested in a rod. mail304rodco@yahoo.com

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Quality Components

I use the highest quality components in all rods.​

I make a wide range of tapers.  I can make a rod based on one of my tapers, or use a classic taper for those wanting a more traditional rod.

Each 304 fly rod is made to fish.  No extra bells and whistles.  Just a traditional, functional fly rod.

304 rod company - Custom, handcrafted bamboo fly rods

custom and classic tapers

I continue to move to 100% in-house production.  The small amount of purchased components I use are of the highest quality.