I'm looking to build a couple bass rods that compare to a Powell or a Dobyn's ...Anyone have any idea's ? I was looking at the MHZ's ..

The only input I can give you is That Powell was one of the oldest rod companies around. I think they started building Bamboo rods in the 20's I know the company was sold in the late 90's or early 2000. I know Tom did an article on Powell

Good Wraps Bob



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 02/05/2010 11:20PM by Bob Balcombe.

I have a few ideas for you - all turned into articles by me for RodMaker mag. Get copies of my past articles and you'll have the blueprints for the Powell and Dobyn's bass rods (which are copies of my custom rods). Just pick the right technique specific blanks and follow the articles - you'll have a much better result than the Powell or Dobyn's rods - they are after all - copies of my high dollar custom rods. Those production rods are made cheaply overseas - but they have the right design! A copy of my book would also help understand where the direction of modern bass rods started - with the chapter on Revolver Rods.

That's the basics - there is more to the story - if needed. You're on the right track - read RodMaker - ask questions here - these guys know what you need to know to build the very best possible.

Please list the exact rod specifications you are seeking as well as the technique. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you personally to insure that you get what is needed.

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Rich and Bill are both steering you in the right direction if you want to build a better rod? the last thing you want to do is build copies of the copy

Any idea which issues of RM? I'd love to read and study those.