My Czech Nymph Rod

Here is the second rod I've ever constructed.   It's termed a Czech Nymph rod in today's vernacular, but the old timers would probably call it a high sticking rod.  Whatever nomenclature is thus assigned, the rod's purpose is to deliver a nymph or two to its intended prey, while keeping more line off the water than a traditional fly rod.  Hence it's 10' length and extremely light weight.  I chose a beautiful black ash burl handle for two reasons:  1.  it's freaking beautiful; and, 2.  wood transmits vibrations better than a traditional cork handle.  You can't see Mr. Brown below a stream's surface, so picking-up every minute vibration, such as a Mr. Brown's "take" is quite important.