Steffen’s new generation of graphite blanks steps forward with Toray carbon, delivering the same unmistakable Steffen feel—now with even greater smoothness, recovery, and consistency. Proudly Made in the USA, Steffen has been producing American‑made blanks since 1980, and this series continues that legacy with modern refinement.
 
Each blank carries the classic unsanded, gloss‑coated finish, preserving that honest Steffen aesthetic while adding a touch of polish. The action stays true to the lineage: a medium‑fast profile that loads effortlessly, rolls smooth as silk, and recovers clean without shock or dead spots.
 
Ferrules are precision‑ground for a sure‑fit transition, giving these 4‑piece, 9' blanks a seamless bend and a unified casting stroke from tip to butt. Built for rodmakers who value feel, balance, and clean craftsmanship, these blanks honor the Steffen tradition while embracing modern materials.
 
Optional Upgrade: Add a Steffen divided liner tube for $30 — a clean, protective storage solution built to match the quality of the blank itself.
 
Guide Spacing (Measured From Tip‑Top, in Inches)
3 ½, 8 ½, 14 ½, 21 ½, 29 ½, 37 ¾, 47, 57, 67, 78
 
Model Specs & Descriptions (All 4pc, 9ft)
 
9' 4wt — Precision Trout Specialist
Specs: 1.4 oz • Tip 4.0 • Butt OD 3.19
A feather‑light 4wt with that unmistakable Steffen smoothness. This blank excels in technical trout work—tight loops, soft landings, and effortless accuracy when the fish are picky and the windows are small.
 
9' 5wt — The Steffen All‑Water Standard
Specs: 1.4 oz • Tip 4.0 • Butt OD 3.38
Balanced, intuitive, and shockingly light in hand. The 5wt delivers a perfect blend of finesse and authority, making it the ideal tool for everything from small dry flies to mixed‑rig days on bigger rivers.
 
9' 6wt — Power With Feel
Specs: 1.6 oz • Tip 4.5 • Butt OD 3.51
A modern 6wt that refuses to be broom‑stiff. This blank carries real backbone for streamers, nymph rigs, and wind, yet still bends with that signature Steffen soul—smooth loading, clean tracking, and zero dead spots.
 
9' 8wt — The Smooth‑Power Workhorse
Specs: 2.4 oz • Tip 5.0 • Butt OD 4.14
Built for salt, big rivers, and big fish. The 8wt loads instantly, drives tight, accurate shots, and maintains a fluid, connected feel even under heavy pressure. A powerful blank that still casts like a Steffen.