Pryor Custom Fly Rods
Handcrafted Fly Rods For The Discriminating Angler
Testimonials

We have delivered fine handmade custom fly rods in 46 states and in over 17 countries.  There is a reason why people rely on us for their custom fly fishing needs.  Most of our clients are repeat customers for a reason!

The unsolicited testimonials we receive from our clients highlight the level of attention and integrity we offer every client. Our commitment to providing you with the highest quality products and excellent service is our driving force.

Here's what our client's have to say:

Hi Zach,

     I just wanted to drop you a line to let you know I received the new rod today.  I must say it is as amazing as the last.  As you know, I have quite a number of classic cane rods...Paynes, Leonards, etc., and your rods seem to perform better.  Pryor bamboo fly rods are wonderful pieces of fishable art.  Thanks again!

BTW:  The finest finish I've ever seen on a cane rod, past or present!

Best,
Lee W.
Everett, WA



Hello Zachary,

     After receiving the new fly rod, I figured I'd take it out for a proper workout.  Absolutely amazing!  I've fished many, many bamboo fly rods, but none even come close to this one.  So light, I almost forgot it was there.  The rod soon became an extension of my hand and fly placement was exact.  The butt swell seemed to completely eliminate any energy so commonly felt through the grip.  This rod is perfect in every way, from its performance to the construction and finish.  Way to go!  The best I've ever seen!

Mel G.
Twin Falls, ID.



Hello,

     My wife and I received our rods yesterday and all we could do was hold them in awe!  We never expected anything so magnificent!  They arrived in perfect condition and extremely well packaged.  The pair is so exact that the only way I could tell them apart was from the serial numbers.  I just can't stop admiring them, from the amazing figuring of the woods used in the reel seats, to the extraordinary engravings and glass like finish and wrappings.  The entire process has been a pleasure.  You, my friend, are a true one of a kind!

Sincerely,
Jim and Linda M.
Beulah, ND.



Hey Zach,

     Museum Grade is right!  I was nearly too afraid to fish the thing, it's that pretty!  It looks like I'm going to have to sell all of my Sage, Loomis and Winston rods now.  Not one has anything on your's.  I fished all day on the lower Sac and realized that I had completely forgotten about the fishing part!  I never realized how important accuracy really was until I fished your rod.  I never had to think about the cast as the rod did it for me.  No more compensation!!!  This rod can lay out the entire length of the fly line and put it where it needs to go, every time.  No other rod I've ever fished could do that.  I think its even improved my casting.  I guess that's the meaning of custom!  At least I know the decision part of all of my future rod purchases has been made for me!  I'm a customer for life!

Tight Lines!
Allen J.
Sacramento, CA.



Dear Mr. Pryor,

     I finally had a chance to fish the new rod, and fish it hard!  At first I was skeptical, thinking that no rod could out do my TCR.  Boy, was I wrong!  It's far more accurate with an amazingly delicate presentation.  As far as distance goes, the rod loads much faster and can hit any mark I want, from up close and personal to further than any rod should.  If you ever had a production line, the big manufacturers would be out of business...FAST!

Thanks Again,
Martin Z.
Bozeman, MT.



Zachary,
 
     Being intimately familiar with most cane makers, old and new, I can safely say that you have somehow found a way to improve upon all aspects of the finest bamboo fly rods ever made.  You will inevitably go down in history as one of the greatest rod makers in history.  You are a credit to your craft and I'm proud to say I finally have one.  My next rod order is on the way.

Michael J.
Cortland, NY.



Dear Sir,

     I've fished cane rods all of my life and have collected them from nearly every famous maker.  There is something different and very special about your rod.  It is of the highest quality I've probably ever had the pleasure to experience.  Every accomplished maker throughout history was always known for one quality or another, but no one until now has ever managed to combine them all into one fly rod.  You Sir, have opened this old timer's eyes!

Harry C.
South Fork, CO.



Hey Zach!

     Received the rod yesterday and I immediately took it outside for a test cast and I must say I am pleased.  It looks fantastic, but more important it casts very well.  I'm one of those fast action type of dudes and the performance did not let me down!  Plenty of power but with a great deal of finesse, something I have been missing in my previous rods!  Also as I imagined the shape of the handle really gives you that extra feel!  I would be honored to give you some type of feedback for the web page!  Thanks for a great rod!

Max B.
Stockholm, Sweden



Hi Zach,

     I finally got both the 4 and 5 weight rods on the water...both wet and dry flies.  Amazing rods.  Light, responsive, great feel and very accurate.  I never gave much thought to accuracy as I viewed it as overrated, not any more.  I don't adjust near as much in the forward cast on placement.  I set up, load and fire.  The line flies much truer than my Sage and loads easier than my Winston.  Wrap this up in your workmanship and you have "Functional Sculpture"
     Fished the 4 weight today with #18 mayflies.  Caught some really nice Cutthroat.  I had to cast 40-60 feet with a big float and then throw in a twitch every now and then.  Amazing...  That rod really has a nice feel and you can really feel it "load".  It loves line...  I am a fan for life...

Steve J.
Bend, OR.



Zach, 

     Looking this rod over, you indeed have made it as a rod builder.  If you had included any more info regarding this rod I might have thought you a writer instead of a classic rod builder.  Absolutely one of the most beautiful bamboo rods I have ever seen.  Bravo!!!

Tom U.
London, England





                                           Pryor Custom Fly Rods 
                                                                Handcrafted Fly Rods For The Discriminating Angler
                                                                                       2642 South 11th Street
                                                                                      Philadelphia, PA., 19148
                                                                                          Tel: (215)280-6414
                                                                                 email:  PryorRods@yahoo.com
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