Review of Thomas and Thomas 5 wt. Horizon II fly rod:

What can I say but this is the ultimate in cannons. Wind means NOTHING to this fabulous fly rod. I have used this rod for 13 years and it is the finest graphite rod I have ever owned. It can do it all. I use it mostly for largemouth and smallmouth bass and it is a fascinating casting rod. I can actually cast my fly line into my backing with this jewel. The people at T&T should be commended for building such a fine piece of casting pleasure. I love this rod and considering I own glass and split cane also, it will forever be my favorite to lay out line for distance and pleasure to cast.

Customer Service

Don't know, I have always taken great pains to never harm the rod....

Similar Products Used:

Sage, Orvis, St. Croix, Split Cane (bamboo) Diamondback,
Scott.

My Thomas & Thonmas HII 905-4 is an absolutely amazing rod. I cannot say enough good things about it.

Customer Service

Here's the rub. If you are NOT the original owner of a T & T rod, get ready to pull your pants down to get repair/replacement work done. The bare minimum to get a tip section replaced is $125.00 and likely much higher. I had this happen to me and got so freaked over the potential cost I jsut took the rod in and had a new end guide put on leaving the rod 2" short but my wallet in good shape.

I would recommend NOT buying a T & T rod unless you are the original owner. The customer service grief just isn't worth the trouble in my estimation.

However, if someone gives you a used T & T rod I would say "go for it".

Great flex; workmanship

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I have a 10 ft. 5 weight that I use for large trout and shad. It has performed extremly well in both lakes and rivers. It is stiff enough to handle my shooting head system along with a varity of nymphing techniques...I love this rod!!!

Customer Service

Great Customer Service. Had to replace the tip twice (my fault)

Similar Products Used:

Sage SP; Scott SAS

Craftsmanship. Smooth loading for medium distances. Good control.

A bit mushy when throwing/hauling a lot of line. Seems as if the modulus just kind of gives out when you try to max out the rod. Not as sensative as other 5 weights.

The craftsmanship of this rod is second to none. For normal casting distances this is a great rod for me. Best nymphing rod I own.

Similar Products Used:

G-Loomis, Orvis, Sage