Daiwa Algonquin-A Fly Rod With Extension Butt Aluminum Oxide stripper and quality-plated snake guides Machined aluminum reel seat Removable extension butt on eight and nine weight models Natural cork grips High quality graphite blank A true quality graphite construction fly rod affordable that delivers a true value Features: High Quality Graphite Blank, Aluminum Oxide stripper and quality-plated snake guides, machine alluminum reel seat, with natural cork grips, removable extension butt.