The Thomas & Thomas Avantt Series Fly Rods are remarkably light and responsive rods with ultra-low swing weight and lightning-fast recovery. At close range, the Avantt rods provide precise command of the fly with a delicate touch. Longer casts reveal surprising power and line speed with tight loops and excellent line control. Thomas & Thomas Avantt Series Fly Rods Features: Four piece multi-modulus graphite blank incorporating the latest proprietary composites and curing process Titanium-frame ceramic stripping guides and Snake brand ECOating guides Low Friction Finish (LFF) in stealth matte ‘T & T Blue’ Black Ash Burl up-locking reel seat Grip of select Flor-grade cork Blue wraps with white accents 906-4 standard with western grip, full-wells grip and fighting butt optional 1004-4 standard with full-wells grip and fighting butt, western grip optional