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Batson Enterprises was
founded in 2000 by Industry Icon Robert (Bob)
Batson. Bob had a simple “Vision”: Supply High
Quality Rod Blanks and Rod Build-ing Components
at a fair priceand back it up with Outstanding
Customer Service.
Since its founding,
Batson Enterprises™ has
grown from a small US, family owned and operated
company, into one of the fishing industry’s
largest suppliers of Rod Blanks and Rod Building
Components. Bob’s “vision” continues through the
combined efforts of the entire Batson TEAM. In
every category you will find products that
represent the benchmark in terms of Quality and
Performance at a fair price. Experience the
Batson Way of doing business, a company that
molds Integrity, Passion, Quality and Experience
into one package to better serve the
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to one of the
most comprehensive selections of rod blanks
found anywhere. Batson Enterprises™ proudly
offers 409 models to choose from under the
combined Rainshadow®/Forecast® labels. Every
blank is carefully designed and tested by one of
the most experienced group of anglers and
designers in the fishing industry. All
Rainshadow® and Forecast® Rod blanks offer
cutting edge technology and performance, always
at reasonable prices. Before we ship any
Rainshadow® or Forecast® rod blank, we inspect
it for straightness, check the butt and tip
diameter, and deflect it to verify correct power
and rod action. A special note for those looking
for models that they may not find here, please
contactthe sales team at Batson Enterprises™ in
regards to the custom OEM programs that we
offer. Our minimum order requirements are
reasonable, and we are capable of working with
you to design a blank that fits your needs. We
maintain one of the largest inventories in the
business, over 17,000 blanks, which allows us,
in most cases, to fill your order without delay.
By keeping our inventory level high, we boast
one of the best order fill rates in the
industry. This is just another example of our
commitment to serve our customers in a timely
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RX8+ Travel Rods
Features:
·RX8+ graphite with carbon fiber scrim ·
Proprietary graphite reinforcement for
incredible stength and lifting power · Unique
"Fast Action" with feel · Slim profile ferrule
design for smooth power transfer tip to butt ·
Light overall weight · Satin Black color is easy
to match with a variety of thread colors and
components · Limited lifetime warranty |
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Rainshadow® RX7+
Travel Fly Rod Blanks |
RX7+ travel fly rod blanks are designed for the fly fisherman looking for a
blank that requires a longer, more relaxed casting stroke. They load in close,
but harbor the reserve power to punch out long casts in windy conditions. Our
term for the performance of these is tremendous "Fishability".
Features:
RX7+ graphite · Proprietary graphite reinforcement for incredible strength and
lifting power · Ability to work on short casts but with plenty of reserve power
· Medium-Fast actions · Our smoothest casting fly rod blanks · Slim profile
ferrule design for smooth power transfer tip to butt · Light overall weight ·
Beautiful Chestnut Brown color · Limited lifetime warranty
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Rainshadow® RX8
Travel Fly Rod Blanks |
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RX8 travel fly rod blanks are designed as the fastest action fly blanks we
offer. If long casts and windy conditions are the norm, these are the blank for
you! These will punch out long casts in any condition and still alow excellent
line control.
Features: · RX8 graphite & RX7 graphite blend · "Rifle fast" blank actions for
windy & long casting situations · Unsurpassed lifting power · Slim ferrule
designs for smooth power transfer · Light blank weight · Proprietary modulus
positioning incorporated in the blank design results in fast action without
sacrificing strength · Matte Clear finish · Limited lifetime warranty
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Rainshadow® RX7
Fly Rod Blanks |
Simply stated, Rainshadow® "IF" fly rod blanks are the best value in a high
performance fly rod blank available today. We believe it's easy to design blanks
when cost isn't an issue, but it's difficult to design a blank with high
performance at a reasonable price. These blanks are easy to cast and are truly a
joy to fish with. We almost made these too good, because they out perform many
blanks selling for two to three times more. With a total of 51 blank models and
your choice of two different colors, we've got a blank to fit your needs.
Features: · RX7 intermediate modulus (43 million) high strain rate graphite ·
Medium-Fast action · Light overall weight · Your choice of Matte Clear or
Olympic Green color · Out perform blanks that sell for two or three times more ·
Limited lifetime warranty
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Rainshadow RX7 Switch Rod Blanks
Once again... the "Rainshadow Team" is on the
cutting edge of Blank Design & Fishing
Techniques!
What is a switch rod? It is a blank designed to
be used as either a single hand or double hand
fly rod, which was designed to cast with
conventional fly lines. The added length enables
greater line control & casting distance for
various presentations. Our switch rod blanks
feature a highly technical blend of RX6, RX7 &
RX8 high strain graphite material. We combine
the 3 types of graphite material to achieve the
precise action, weight and strength we require
for these models.
· Technical Blend of RX6, RX7 & RX8 graphite · Can be cast either single or double handed ·
Light overall weight · Added length increases
casting distance and line control · Cutting edge
performance at incedible value · Caster friendly
med fast actions · Limited Lifetime Warranty
4 Piece Switch Rod Blanks Featuring RX6, RX7,
RX8 Graphite (color key: M=Matte Clear)
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Forecast® RX6 Fly Rod Blanks |
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All Forecast® fly rod
blanks are built with our standard
modulus high strain RX6 graphite. This
rod blank’s casting performance and
moderate–fast actions are not only
beginner friendly, but will also impress
the most advanced fly enthusiasts. These
blanks are great for the first time rod
builder and also make great back up rods
for that trip of a lifetime. There are
38 models to choose from in 2, 4 & 5
piece versions
Features:
• RX6 standard modulus (33 million) high
strain rate graphite • Beginner friendly
moderate–fast actions
• Light overall weight • Dark Blue gloss
finish • Large selection 38 total models
• Limited Lifetime Warranty
• Unprecedented industry value • Perfect
for the beginner rod builder.
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2 Piece Travel Fly Rod Blanks Featuring
RX6 Graphite
(color key: DB=Dark Blue) |
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Snake Guides
High quality Stainless Steel wire substrate
Chrome, PVD TiCh D.B.C. platings available
Double foot design with pre-ground feet for
easier wrapping
X models feature SS316 Stainless Steel frame
with a lower carbon content for high grade
corrosion resistance.
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Guide Size |
Wire Dia mm(in) |
Length mm(in) |
Height
mm(in) |
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2/0 |
0.75mm (0.0295) |
18.70mm (0.737) |
5.98mm (0.235) |
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1/0 |
0.75mm (0.0295) |
20.20mm (0.795) |
6.75mm (0.265) |
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1 |
0.75mm (0.0295) |
20.80mm (0.820) |
7.40mm (0.292) |
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2 |
0.95mm (0.0375) |
22.15mm (0.872) |
8.27mm (0.325) |
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3 |
0.95mm (0.0375) |
23.00mm (0.900) |
9.40mm (0.370) |
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4 |
1.00mm (0.0395) |
26.25mm (1.030) |
10.68mm (0.420) |
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5 |
1.00mm (0.0395) |
28.10mm (1.100) |
11.50mm (0.452) |
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6 |
1.20mm (0.0480) |
31.00mm (1.220) |
12.10mm (0.475) |
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information on Snake Guides |
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Single Foot
Guides
Single foot design reduces weight and the
number of wraps needed on the rod blank
High quality Stainless Steel wires substrate
Chrome or PVD TiCh plated finish available
Single foot design with pre-ground foot for
easier wrapping and lighter weight
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Guide Size |
Wire Dia mm(in) |
Length mm(in) |
Height mm(in) |
| 2/0 |
0.71mm (0.028) |
6.5mm (0.258) |
5.25mm (0.207) |
| 1/0 |
0.71mm (0.028) |
7.0mm (0.275) |
5.90mm (0.232) |
| 1 |
0.73mm (0.029) |
7.0mm (0.275) |
6.40mm (0.250) |
| 2 |
0.84mm (0.033) |
8.1mm (0.319) |
7.40mm (0.292) |
| 3 |
0.84mm (0.033) |
8.1mm (0.319) |
7.90mm (0.312) |
| 4 |
0.91mm (0.036) |
8.5mm (1.335) |
8.90mm (0.352) |
| 5 |
0.91mm (0.036) |
9.2mm (0.363) |
8.90mm (0.352) |
| 6 |
0.91mm (0.036) |
9.2mm (0.363) |
9.90mm (0.390) |
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Tip Tops
Standard and large loop style available
3.5 – 6.5 tube I.D. available
Hard chrome or PVD TiCh-plated for superb
durability and low coefficient of friction O.D.
Light wire tops available 0.025” diameter wire
X models feature SS316 Stainless Steel wire for
superb corrosion resistance
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Ring Size O.D.mm(I.D.mm) |
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6.95mm (5.4mm) |
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9.75mm (7.3mm) |
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Tube I.D. mm (1/64”) |
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1.4mm (3.5) |
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1.6mm (4.0) |
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1.8mm (4.5) |
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2.0mm (5.0) |
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2.2mm (5.5) |
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2.4mm (6.0) |
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2.6mm (6.5) |
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www.batsonenterprises.com
Batson Enterprises
130 Harrison St #8
Sequim, Washington 98382
USA
Or Fax us on 1 360-683-3579
Call Toll Free on 1 877-875-2381
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