I'm still determining the best componants for a premium fly rod. I was wondering about the Fuji KLH as the stripper, with the KL Reduction guide, followed by ither KW, or Snake Eco coated running guides. All of the Fuji guides would be Torzite. For this rod, cost is not an object.

Tight Lines and frisky fish.

RJF

Yes, although you may not realize any practical advantage in doing so.

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I agree with Tom. There is no reason to do it, functionally. The traditional double foot guide of the right size works fine, is not so high as to cause problems putting the rod into a case. Torzite is irrelevant on a fly rod. While cost may not be an object, go with what has proven to work for about forever, at a reasonable cost. If the rod is going to be used in salt, go with titanium frames. And titanium snake running guides, like REC.

Robert,
A set of standard snake eye guides actually work about as well as the most expensive guides on the market.

However, there is no WOW factor with snake eye guides.

Just to be clear - I'm not saying you shouldn't do it. Just that there isn't likely to be any practical benefits. On the other hand, if you're married to the idea - go right on ahead. It'll work.

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Thanks everyone. As always, this forum provides great answers/information.

My objective is not just wow factor, which will be important, but a highly functional 6 to 8 weight for Montana waters. This rod is supposed to ne a show stopper. I was looking for unique deer, or elk horn reel seat inserts, and someone who can do beautiful scrimshaw work as well. Other insert choices will be considered. Any ideas?

Tight Lines and frisky fish.

RJF

If attracting attention to my fly rod were a high priority I would go for old-time ring-and-keeper guides. They are guaranteed to attract notice - "WOW! What's that stuff?"

Using the valuable suggestions given to me, I found sites for beautiful agate stripping guides (Golden Witch), and REC Nickle/silver reel seats with bootee wood inserts (Mudhole) Snake guides, silver with ecoating guide train will be used ,with Snake Brand large loop tip top/ Other accents will also be included.

I'm going to go with an African cocobolo front and rear grip, and a Ross Animus reel, with SA Amplitude, Smooth Titan fly line, already spooled, with SA gel-spun backing. The rod blank will be a 9 foot, CTS 8 weight Affinity X, in Satin Blue, Still determining the thread color.

Just the parts to build this beast, plus labor, bumps the price to about $1582 before tax. I'll have to float it bt the customer before ordering parts, However, this is the kind of rod he asked for. If I get to build it, it will be stunning.

While researching parts, I saw fly reels alone that cost in excess og $1000. I can't imagine whatcould possibly make them worth that much. Are the made of platinum;, Haha.

Tight lines and frisky Fish.