The Thomas & Thomas Zone is a top-tier, dependable rod offered at an amazing mid-level price. You get the same impressive performance and craftsmanship you expect from Thomas & Thomas, but without breaking the bank. The Zone series is a breakthrough in both performance and cost - it brings the latest research and development from Thomas & Thomas to more fly anglers than ever before. It uses the innovative StratoTherm resin used in the acclaimed Avantt and Exocett series, leaving these Zone rods hand-rolled and constructed at our Massachusetts, USA facility. The 9 new models ranging from 3wt to 10wt, offer you the signature T&T feel and performance for every skill level. When you get your hands on it, you'll notice that the Zone is perfect evidence of Thomas & Thomas' craftsmanship - from the blank to the cork handle and reel seat. The graphite gray finish looks stylish without drawing too much attention from the fish. The Western-style grip fits any hand size and position comfortably. And the silver anodized aluminum, uplocking skeleton reel seat with a large locking ring and sliding band won't go unnoticed either. But don't let its good looks deceive you - this rod is powerful and accurate, and will give you the performance you're looking for. You'll love how smooth and reliable the Zone is! Features: 2wt-4wt Medium/fast action 5wt-10wt fast action. Natural finish carbon appearance. Black anodized premium aluminum reel seat. New 1022 and 1023 models have down-locking reel seats. Composite reinforced premium-quality cork grips. Titanium frame stripping guides with Zirconium inserts. T&T Blue thread with silver accent wraps. Includes aluminum rod tube with Thomas & Thomas Zone logo. Freshwater (2wt-7wt) rods feature chrome single foot guides and hook keeper Saltwater (8wt-10wt) rods feature Snake Brand E-Coating Universal Snake guides