South Bend Black Beauty Down Rigger Rods

[longbow]

Ok, anybody know the quality of these rods?  I know years ago more than I care to remember, South Bend was a name in the fishing arena.  One of the best spin cast reels I've owned was a South Bend when I was kid.  Used to blow away my brothers Johnson reels.  Thanks for any factual opinions and help.  

[DJ 17]

I don't know about new ones, but I still have one that my father bought back in the mid 80's.  It is light weight but it works just fine.

[longbow]

Bought'em and got'em yesterday.  Made in China like everything else it seems nowadays.  That said, seem like a good rod.  Graphite blanks, med. action, very well wrapped heavy ceramic eyes, and nicely finished with about a 13" butt section with triggers.  Heavy duty looking reel seats too.  Fit and finish is very good it seems.  Fit together well and come apart well.  thanks

[holy mackerel]

Dennis.. Hope you get more bites on your new rods than you did this post..

[longbow]

I gotta get the boat fixed before any new bites!  Just anticipating the bite is all.  

[baitrigger]

Web site and price say glass rods not graphite. Not that its a big deal. Glass rods generally last longer.

[longbow]

Rods say graphite.  Looking at one now.  thanks