My 7’ 6” “Napolitano Bamboo Fly Rod” arrived. With all due respect to the rod makers of yesteryear, I must say that I think the best work in rod making is happening today. This rod is gorgeous!! I asked Mr. Napolitano to make a 7’6” with a dry fly action. Upon ordering the rod, and having a choice between Natural and Flamed Bamboo, I chose the latter. He suggested that using Flamed Cane would benefit a crisp action. Two other rods that I own are both Naturals and I wanted to try something a little different. The dark gunmetal finish of the nickel silver components, complement the guide wraps and rod with its beautiful glass like finish. Mr. Napolitano is an easy person to do business with. His workmanship is impeccable and his attention to detail highlights his rods.
I spent an hour lawn casting, really snow casting, this magnificent piece of art. The action is responsive and the rod casts effortlessly. With a small piece of yarn attached to the leader I could cast to a target with great accuracy. The final test, Yes, it can really shoot line! I look forward for warmer weather and the first Mayfly hatch.
Think Spring
I spent an hour lawn casting, really snow casting, this magnificent piece of art. The action is responsive and the rod casts effortlessly. With a small piece of yarn attached to the leader I could cast to a target with great accuracy. The final test, Yes, it can really shoot line! I look forward for warmer weather and the first Mayfly hatch.
Think Spring