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Can a rod handle be shortened? #11741451 07/25/16 07:48 PM
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Is it easy/normal to shorten a rod handle by an inch or 2?

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That would depend on what type of handle you have, but could be possible. I would really need to see the rod, so give me a call.


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Re: Can a rod handle be shortened? [Re: Rhino68W] #11742809 07/26/16 03:16 PM
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They're all split grip handles. I fish from a kayak in the seated position and the rod handle I use for pitching likes to catch on my clothes. It's a basic 6'9" MH Abu Vengeance rod from a rod/reel combo. Not a fancy rod.

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Sounds easy enough, how many do you want to shorten and are they cork or foam? The butt piece would have to be completely replaced. I have a few cork and foam butt pieces in stock.


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Just one, and it has foam pieces. I want to take 1-1/2" off of it.

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