what is the smallest grip available in length that you may know of? thanks Building a 6'6" 4pc 2wt. would like to have it look proportioned - also 2nd question - what is a good reel seat for a small reel - thanks

do a search using Janns Netcraft Cork Grip (or some variation, or go to janns web site) and you should find mention of a seemingly popular cork insert,/cork grip combo often used for small fly rods. anglers workshop also offers two versions of a "cigar" cork grip, the smaller of which might be what you're looking for. for small fly rods i like aluminum cap and ring or maybe double ring, both with wood inserts. but that's just me. ;-)

eric
fresno, ca.

I think REC makes a 5.5" or 6" cigar grip.

Funny. I just posted a similar message a week ago. I bought a couple of cigar grips on @#$%& for the 6-6 2wt. I'm making now. Thought I could find a small reel seat that would work with it. Problem is that the butt end of the grip is only 13/16" in dia.— too small for anything uplocking. Apparently the answer is to go with something downlocking. I don't believe that a cork insert is that much lighter than a wood insert either.

If your cigar grip is too long, you can always take off what you think is necessary from the back without changing the basic looks.

Thanks again all. I may find something at the Charlotte show as well on Sale?