Order a custom fly rod

Every Graywolf rod starts with purpose — built for real fishing, real water, and real use.

Each one is made by hand, one at a time. Angler and maker decide the details together, then the rod is shaped, fitted, and finished with the same care that’s been earned over decades at the bench. From custom cork to precision hardware, nothing is rushed and nothing is generic.

You fish it hard. It holds up. Simple as that.

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This gallery showcases a some rods that have come off my bench over the years.

Each build represents a different combination of taper, action, grip shape, and colors — all shaped with intention and a steady hand. Some were designed for small, tight Michigan streams, others for wide western rivers or warmwater hunting, but every one was built the same way: slowly, carefully, and with a focus on balance and feel. These rods reflect the evolution of my craft, the preferences of the anglers who fish them, and the countless hours spent refining what a good rod should be. What you see here is only a fraction of the work, but it captures the spirit of what I strive for in every build.

How to Order a Custom Rod

Ordering a custom Graywolf rod is simple. Reach out by email, place a deposit, and we’ll begin shaping the specs for your build. You’ll start by choosing the blank, length, and line weight. From there, we’ll work through the details — reel seat style, insert material, grip shape, thread colors, hardware finish, and more. I offer slide‑band and locking seats in both up‑locking and down‑locking configurations for fresh or saltwater use. Every cork grip is turned in‑house from individual rings, so nearly any shape can be made. I also offer a wide selection of stripping guide options to match the look and function you’re after.

Not sure exactly how you want your rod built? You can be as involved as you like. Some clients specify only a few key features and leave the rest to my judgment; others come in with a clear vision for every detail. Either approach works. You’re welcome to browse photos on this site, Facebook, or Instagram for inspiration, or I can send suggestions and we can refine the build together.

PRICING
Builds on Blanks I Stock

Rodmaker 247 Blanks
• $495 Signature
• $565 Perfection

Rodmaker 247 Spey
• $595 Signature
• $695 Perfection

Other Stocked Blanks
Graywolf - Brook & Brown Co. - McFarland - Steffen - Kabuto - Ijuin - Paragon

• $695 Signature

• $745 Perfection

Bamboo Rods (2/2)

Graywolf Bamboo

• $1200 Signature

• $1300 Perfection

You Supply the Blank

Glass or Graphite (up to 9')
• $450 Signature
• $475 Perfection

Over 9'
• Add $100

Bamboo (you supply the blank)
• $725 Signature
• $795 Perfection

Notes

• Shipping not included.

• All stocked brands/blanks are fully warrantied.

• Customer‑supplied blanks: warranty covers build quality only — blank failures must be handled by the manufacturer.

BUILD GRADES

I use two primary build grades: Signature and Perfection. Both include the same core features: premium reel seat options, flor‑grade cork, silk wraps, alignment dots, rod bag and a rod tube.

The only differences are: