This is another situation that depends mostly on personal preference, which is why we offer both options on our most popular Pipeline 10 foot 3 weight. A fighting butt can aid in balancing a rod by adding a little bit of extra weight in the butt, as well as provide something to rest against the anglers forearm while nymphing with the rod high in the air. Of course, it is always there for extra fighting ability, but some angler’s just plain don’t like it on a nymphing rod.