Carbon Link -Centric rods combine new precision construction techniques with our innovative new resin system to bond carbon fibers in a very dense matrix. The result is an exponentially lighter, more efficient rod that reduces casting fatigue and effort, while improving accuracy and versatility performance.
ReAct - ReAct technology combines our X-Core design with a new complex materials and taper system to create a break-through in fast action rod design. Distance, control and accuracy are compromised by waves that vibrate in the rod, even after the cast has been made. Simply making the rod stiffer to stop these vibrations kills feel. ReAct counteracts energy sapping vibrations by speeding the recovery of the blank without the need to stiffen the rod with more material. This puts the feel in fast. And that’s a really good thing.
FiberFuse - Our all new FiberFuse enhanced resin system uses new chemistry to create bonds between each graphite fiber that are over 20% stronger than conventional epoxy resins.
X-Core -X-Core combines the industry’s leading composite technologies with cutting edge design. We use fast taper mandrels with low-mass, thin-walled blanks and proprietary ARC reinforcement to create rods that have stiffness with feel, and stability with sensitivity.
Multi Modulus Blanks -By varying the fiber tensile modulus along the length of the rod, we’re able to precisely control the stiffness and recovery speed of our blanks.
ARC 2- Our Advanced Reinforced Carbon (ARC) adds directional stability and hoop strength while minimizing additional weight.
Invitational Review
From the manufacturer: What specific fishing scenarios did you design this rod for, and where do you feel it truly excels in performance?
Freshwater – Fast Action – Lightweight. Designed for all methods of fishing. Great rod at both long and short distances. Sensitive tip section for light tippet. Smooth power transition and adaptable from drift boat to wade fishing scenarios. ALL USA MADE.
From the manufacturer: What fly line would you recommend pairing with this rod?
Caster Scores:
STREAMER COURSE TOTAL SCORE 83.5/150
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Scott Centric
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30' Cast
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40' Cast
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50' Cast
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30' Wind
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40' Wind
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50' Wind
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Reach Cast 30'
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Reach Cast 30' Wind
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Belgian Cast 30'
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Belgian Cast 30' Wind
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FINAL SCORE
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Caster 1
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2
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2
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2
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2
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2
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2
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2
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2
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3
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3
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22
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Caster 2
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3.5
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3.5
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3.5
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3.5
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3
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3
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3
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3
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3.5
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3.5
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33
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Caster 3
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2.5
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2.5
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3
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3
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3
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3
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2.5
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3
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3
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3
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28.5
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Combined
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8
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8
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8.5
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8.5
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8
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8
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7.5
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8
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9.5
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9.5
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83.5
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DRY FLY COURSE - TOTAL SCORE 123.5/195
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Scott Centric
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20' Cast
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30' Cast
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40' Cast
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50' Cast
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20' Wind
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30' Wind
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40' Wind
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50' Wind
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Pile Cast 30'
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Reach Cast 30'
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Reach Cast 30' Wind
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False Cast 30'
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False Cast 30' Wind
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FINAL SCORE
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Caster 1
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2.5
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2.5
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2.5
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3
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2.5
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2.5
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3
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3
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2.5
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2.5
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2.5
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2.5
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2.5
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34
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Caster 2
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3.5
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4
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3.5
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4
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3.5
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4
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4
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4
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4
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3.5
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4
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4
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4
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50
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Caster 3
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2.5
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3
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3
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3.5
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3
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3
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3
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3.5
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3
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3
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3
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3
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3
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39.5
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Combined
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8.5
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9.5
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9
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10.5
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9
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9.5
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10
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10.5
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9.5
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9
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9.5
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9.5
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9.5
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123.5
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NYMPH COURSE - TOTAL SCORE 67/105
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Scott Centric
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Roll Cast 30'
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Roll Cast 40'
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Mend at 30'
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Mend at 40'
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Casting 20'
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Casting 30'
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Casting 40'
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FINAL SCORE
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Caster 1
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3
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2.5
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3
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3
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2.5
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2.5
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2.5
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19
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Caster 2
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3.5
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4
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3.5
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3.5
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3.5
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3.5
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4
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25.5
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Caster 3
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3
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3.5
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3
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3.5
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3
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3
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3.5
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22.5
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Combined
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9.5
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10
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9.5
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10
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9
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9
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10
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67
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Caster Notes:
Streamer Course | 7.5’ 3x leader with size 4 Zonker
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This is a fast rod and I experienced some arm fatigue. There is little bend, so hard for heavy files and a struggle for me to hit targets. A little hard to time casting stroke. I felt as if I really needed to speed up my casting stroke. It’s a fast rod, and good for someone who likes casting streamers with fast action.
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Smooth and controlled at all distances. Overall, above average for me. Light in hand, fast. Since it is fast, it doesn’t load and bend as much as I care for, but handles weight fine.
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The rod is stiff especially in close. Cast really just with the tip. Better in wind with a faster stroke. Smooth enough, but poor communication, so hard to control.
Dry Fly Course | 10’ 5x leader with Yard Indicator
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Great rod and very smooth at all distances. Loads well and handles wind with increased power as well as gentle strokes. Easy to be accurate. A pleasure to cast.
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The grip is a good length. It is a stiff and tippy rod, but relatively smooth.
Nymph Course | 9’ leader with size 8 Girdle Bug and size 16 BH Pheasant Tail
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Not sure how I like how it picks up off the water and especially in faster water. The tip lags. It is a lot of work to roll cast at 40’.
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Very smooth. Effortless overhead at 40’. Played well in close and at distance. Fluid across the rod and could handle more distance if you needed it to.
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I would like more feel and feedback from the rod and more tip feel at longer distances.
Yellow Dog Final Takeaway
The Scott Centric 5-weight is a high-performance, fast-action rod that delivers smooth, controlled casting with excellent accuracy and power—especially in wind and at longer distances. It excels on the nymph course, offering a pleasant, fluid stroke and balanced feel across a wide range. However, the rod is notably stiff and tippy, with limited bend and feel in close, which can make timing and communication challenging, particularly with streamers or on roll casts. While it handles weight well and feels light in hand, the Centric favors experienced casters who prefer speed and precision over softness and feedback.
Warranty
SCOTT GRAPHITE AND FIBERGLASS ROD ORIGINAL OWNER WARRANTY
We design rods for high performance and build them to last a lifetime. Sometimes things don't go as planned and you break a rod (sometimes even we mess up). It's for these occasions that we warranty our fly rods and have a dedicated repair department of rod craftsmen.
The Scott Lifetime Warranty applies only to the original owner of new graphite and fiberglass rods, purchased from an authorized Scott dealer, that are registered within 30 days of purchase.
Unregistered or resold rods are not covered by this warranty. Rods purchased from third party sites such as Ebay or Amazon are not covered by the warranty.
The warranty does not cover loss or theft, loss or damage caused by transportation such as airlines, UPS, FedEx, US Mail, intentional damage, or damage from neglect. Scott guarantees every registered fly rod and blank we craft with a serial number greater than 35,000 (made after ~ 1994). Thread colors may vary from those on the original rod. Discontinued cosmetic options and components may be replaced with their most comparable equivalent.
As of September 2020, the cost to warranty and service a Scott Fly Rod is $50 plus shipping.
https://www.scottflyrod.com/services-repairs-faq
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