Handmade rods & bite
indicators for swingtip fishing
made in Manchester U.K.
As of May 2025 the site is new,
content coming daily, but if you
see anything you like,
call me on 07784 100 752
email: rodbuilder@hotmail.co.uk
Handmade Swingtip Rods
A range of 3 types of swingtip rods are available. Each one is custom built, so no two are ever the same. Or you can choose your own colour scheme if you don't mind waiting.
Handmade Swingtip Bite Indicators
Choose from single or double bands, in two sizes, 10inch & 12inch. There is also an Illuminous version, along with rubbers and adaptors.
Covering the U.K Mainland.
People local to Manchester can drop off & collect reels by appointment, those further away can send them to me.
Drop me a line or give me a call to discuss any issues you may have, I am generally available to take your calls from Tuesday to Saturday through the daytime.
Rod Building, Repairs & Refurbs
In this section you can see some examples of rod repairs, before and after images, and find out more about rebuilding and restoring options that may be suitable for you, whether it's just a new tip or butt ring, or a rebuild on your trusty old Tri-Cast's !
Clip-on Butt bite indicators
Butt bite indicators are a great alternative to swingtips and are perfect for shy biting fish and pegs where room is tight. Weighing in at around 8 grams on average, they are weighted just enough to combat wave motion, and can be on or off the rod in seconds without breaking anything down.
Reel Parts for D.I.Y repairs
A smaller section with details of parts I have available to send to you for your D.I.Y reel repairs. The contents will change and some spares for older & vintage reels may only be available until they run out ! Feel free to give me a ring if you need something you don't see on this page, I may not always get the time to list everything I have.
Vintage Rod Blanks
This section will detail some vintage blanks I have available from brands such as: North Western Blanks Ltd, Tri-Cast, Normark, Century Composites, Fibatube, Golden Lion of Redditch.
Get in touch
Telephone: +447784100752
E-mail: rodbuilder@hotmail.co.uk
Address: 07784100752 Please Phone/Text if you want to call in person., M32 0DR
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