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Carp Rods

Mike Brown 42 lbs 8oz UK Common...Nice

NEW AK47 3.50 lbs. Century

12'6'' 3.50 lbs TC fast tip

The original AK47 was a 12'6'' long twin tip rod. The tips were rated at 2.50 lbs. tc and 3.50 lbs. tc.
The gearbox tapered butt section had great power but didn't require a perfect casting technique to get big
distances with. My personal all-round carp rods are the AK47, I rarely use anything else.
Century are very kindly building the classic original AK47 blank for me to custom build with a few modern changes.
All the original power and action has been perfectly retained in the new AK47 as it is exactly the same apart from
the 3 points listed below.

1st. The new AK47 is a single tip rod, employing the lighter tip only. I always found the heavy tip to be just that,
heavy, and it was seldom if ever used as power comes from the butt and lower mid section.

2nd. The new AK47 goes through the 'Autoclave' curing process to dramatically reduce test curve decay to
give many years service.

3rd. The original rod came in an unground finish. The new AK47 comes fully smooth ground with a satin matt
clear graphite finish.

It gets better ..... Standard ringing - Double leg Fuji SiC = 40 / 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 16 tip
This Fuji SiC ring set is a free upgrade on the AK47 normally costing an extra £49.00

NEW AK47 2.75 lbs. Century

12'6'' 2.75 lbs TC light

All the wonderful features of the above 3.50 lbs model but in a 2.75 lbs version. This is a fantastic small water rod.
Ideal if massive distance with big bags aren't required, but a great playing action is. The tip is quick to bend
and loads into the mid-section seamlessly. The gearbox tapered butt sections is surprisingly powerful when it
is bending under load, which makes it more than capable of hitting smaller leads / bags good distance if needed,
or stopping Mr Carp from getting to those snags.

The AK47 2.75 lbs light goes through the 'Autoclave' curing process to dramatically reduce test curve decay to
give many years service.

The AK47 2.75 lbs light comes fully smooth ground with a satin matt clear graphite finish.

It gets better ..... Standard ringing - Double leg Fuji SiC = 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 12 / 12 tip
Yes this is a small set of rings, but they cast just as far, balance the rod and don't add weight.
This Fuji SiC ring set is a free upgrade on the AK47 light normally costing an extra £39.00

FMJ ( Full Metal Jacket ). Century

What Century say:
Originally reviewed as “Stunning”,"Brilliant" and “Five Star” - the evolution to the current model brings further benefits by subtle changes in the precision manufacturing process based on improvements available from new technology and investment. The FMJ still leads the pack.
The design is radical and user friendly. It is engineered on the basis of the feed back loop from constantly pushing World Record distances forward. There are over 27 complex carbon fibre patterns used in the construction – all wrapped up in 24 chevron 6.0 ballistic nylon, set in a special resin matrix.
This is all bonded together using Century’s high pressure curing system. The butt is parallel and ½” in diameter. This adds up to a superb long-range casting and monster specimen rod. We have worked closely with our ring manufacturers and invested in tooling to create our special size 50 SiC butt guide, lightweight size 40-16 inters and size 16 tip guide.

The benefits are quicker tip recovery, better deconing of the line from the reel, reducing line slap resulting in extra distance. All without increasing weight! Measured casts up to 235 yards and fish to 70+. The tip is responsive and the whole rod subtly changes in action when deflected to absorb lunges.
Gunmetal grey finish, special braided carbon handles and Frank Warwick’s brilliantly designed stainless steel ball butt cap. Etched stainless steel trim bands around reverse fit precision ground spigot joint.

FS ( FoCal System ) Century

What Century say:
Every so often a rod comes along that represents genuine advances in materials and design technology. It truly delivers benefits and advantages previously not available. It stems from expert angler input and cutting edge manufacturing. The Century FS is such a rod.
Century had already established critical development work on FoCal System in UKSF Tournament casting scene. This casting arena is internationally recognised as the toughest and most demanding test of rod design and technology. Rods are hammered and proven: many have tried to succeed but only a few UK manufacturers can claim to belong to the exclusive club of consistent winners. This experience was miniaturised and then optimised in a carp rod. Frank Warwick took the design principal and over several prototypes honed the Century FS carp rod into the most effective PVA bag and Method rod. It features a complex but rewarding action that is progressive, forgiving and still capable of yielding breathtaking distance. Anglers have reported back significant distance improvements with little or no change in casting technique with conventional rigs and bags.

A slim parallel butt with FoCaL compound multi modulus carbon fibre patterns – precision cut on a Swiss derived CAD CAM machine and rolled on the very latest multi gimballing electric rolling table. Autoclaved for maximum life and resistance to Test Curve decay. Complex but rewarding action that is progressive, forgiving and still capable of generating huge casts. Incorporating the new Century round stainless butt cap. Built up composite butt grip elegantly covered in black polymorphic black rubber.
Strategic inserts of cross ply carbons for axial torque resistance and to aid accuracy. Clear epoxy finish. Discreet and understated.

NCS Century

The 12' 2.75 lbs. is an ideal 'pond' rod, light leads, close to medium range.
The 12' 3.00 lbs. is an ideal small water rod, small to medium bag work, close to medium range.
The 12' 3.25 lbs. is an 'all-rounder', medium to big bag work, close to long range.
The 12' 3.50 lbs. is an 'all-rounder', big bag and method work, close to long range.

What Century say:
"The New Century Speed carp rod is a well-proven tool with a fine pedigree. Frank Warwick and Danny Moeskops have been the primary field testers evaluating and refining the rods. The design concepts have been derived from the work we have pursued with Danny Moeskops - a passionate carp angler and the finest caster in the world and Frank Warwick - now recognised as the leading angler from the new generation of legends in the sport".

"We have selected the best raw materials to balance the requirements for performance, low weight and diameter with a reliable ongoing supply. The architecture of the blank is a combination of machine cut cross ply 35gsm carbon, intermediate and high modulus carbon with a woven 1k-1k twill outer sheath. Century has optimised the carbon patterns to generate a classic mid to tip action that will assist in super smooth casts and effortless playability. The rod is subject to our unique Autoclave Technology for action retention".

The NCS action sits in between the Century NG and SP ranges. We have developed a process and carbon pattern configuration that delivers additional tip speed but retains a progressive C curve. Hence the name New Century Speed. All constructed in UK on the most advanced rod building machinery and in conformance with certified quality and environmental systems.

Standard ringing - Double leg Lightweight SiC = 40 / 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 16 tip
Standard ringing - Double leg Fuji Hard = 40 / 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 12 tip
Upgrade ringing - Double leg Fuji SiC = 40 / 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 16 tip Add £49.00
Upgrade ringing - Double leg Lightweight SiC = 50 / 40 / 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 tip Add £15.00

NG Century

What Century say:
"Now recognised as a cult rod and the benefits of the design are apparent to a wide range of specialist anglers. The types of carbon fibre we use are genuinely leading edge. The understated silk finish on the surface of the Century NG seals an incredibly complex arrangement of patterns designed to give the Carp angler the most advanced multi- range rod available. The carbon patterns are cut using a CAD CAM machine that holds extremely tight tolerances. This ensures the action and T/C is faithfully reproduced from rod to rod. Frank Warwick has spent thousands of hours fishing NG’s and we have feedback from every conceivable scenario likely to be encountered. Frank is recognised as an innovative and demanding angler who will take tackle to the limit. The tests we have completed on his early rods have indicated little or no test curve decay over a period of 3 years – clearly a benefit attributable to Autoclaving. The 12’ and 13’ NG 3lb SU (Stepped Up) have proven extremely effective for medium to long range – without the use of shock leaders - an increasingly prevalent requirement for fish safety. The action of 3lb SU T/C is precisely altered to allow more energy to be stored in the lower butt and create an exceptional smooth casting a battle curve. A unique benefit in all the Century NG range is that the test curves we allocate to each model represents the dynamic rating. They cast highly effectively at the displayed rating and then play out a fish as though almost 3/4lb lighter in test curve. Distance and a good controlled playing action".

FBS Century

What Century say:
"The Fat Boy Slim is Century’s ultra low diameter rod with a glorious sweeping parabolic curve that will tame and control. The design is incredibly complex to give the profile, action and weight that will appeal to the carp angler who does not need extreme range but wants the response and control element of his fishing totally sorted. The FBS has already seen extensive action and has hundreds of trophy fish to its credit. The over riding reports coming back from anglers is the fishing range of 140 metres on the higher test curves is more than adequate and the action makes playing – perfect. The FBS is capable of controlling the ferocious runs and imparts confidence throughout the battle. The diameter just above the reel seat is under 0.50" and this slices through the air during the cast. The ColourMatic livery is subtle, understated and flips in sunlight between ebony bronze to green. Below the reel seat the special 2x2 woven carbon twill Century offers three reel seat options on FBS. influences the action and resists torque, as does the GripFast handle. The new lightweight Century guides from size 40 to 12 compliment the curve. Etched stainless collar and cap".

SP Century

What Century say:
"The SP in the right hands compresses into a lovely arc and the raw power in the butt and middle give the experienced carp angler the means to hit spots he could not reach with other rods. The SP adopts a very satisfying curve when a carp is captured and it doesn’t loose its power but it is compliant enough so you can enjoy the fight and not worry about hook pulls". Not just our words but a sample of the many reviews and significant anglers’ comments made over the recent past. Christian Baldermairs’s World Record 82lb from Raduta, Rumania was taken on the SP design. The SP design has achieved World Record distances using a fixed spool reel. A couple of simple facts that in combination add up to a very complex and satisfying design. The evolved ringing pattern uses a size 50 SiC butt, features lightweight size 40-16 intermediates and 16 tip guide that are spaced for line deconing and distance. The rod blank is chevron wrapped in 6.0 ballistic nylon and the special resin matrix is consolidated under ultra high pressure for durability and a super dense wall. Gunmetal finish with GripFast handle and etched stainless collar and cap. High tensile carbon fibre spigot joint".

Armalite MKIII Century

What Century say:
The early Armalites set a standard and trend that were regarded as truly legendary by specialists. The parabolic fighting curve and ease of use enabled us to use the expression “Perfect Players Rod” TM. There are still thousands of Armalites in use world-wide however we have been frequently approached by devotees who have requested that we capture the sprit of the original but bring the technology bang up to date. Much has progressed in modern composite technology and although the prey species has not evolved dramatically since the originals, tactics and expectations certainly have moved on. The MK3 brings a fresh look at the principal of addressing the margins and middle distance. For smaller lakes where the conditions dictate a player’s rod the new MK3 fits the bill very well.
Using modern rod building techniques including Autoclaving and complex curved carbon fibre patterns – we can deliver an edge to the new MK3, optimising for that little bit more distance capability, resilience and resistance to test curve decay but still retain the action and “retro” look. To remain true to the original design we still utilise spigot joints – accurately fitted on our centreless grinder. The look and feel of the Armalite MK 3 with Al20 reel seat is visually very pleasing. The performance – is by any standards acceptable based on the heritage of a “Ten Ton Armalite” – not a reference to its weight but a 2¼lb T/C rod that accounted for over 10 tons of carp averaging 30’s, in a single season from St Lawrence, USA!

Torrix Harrison

Medium action rod. This is a trully fantastic rod. Looks great, casts all the way, yet can fish under your tip. Very nice rod.

NEW Helium Harrison

Medium action rod, with real feel. This must be the lightest carp rod by miles on the market today.
I weighed the 2.75 lbs. blank and it was only a few grams more than the 1.75 lbs. Specialist blank, and that's light.
All this weight saving would be completely wasted if it was built with 'big' rings, so I'm only building them with a
smaller ring set. This does not reduce casting distance.

Standard ringing - Double leg Fuji Hard = 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 12 / 12 tip
Upgrade ringing - Double leg Fuji SiC = 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 12 / 12 tip Add £39.00

Chimera Harrison

Fast action rod. Copied by many, but never as well. Looks great, casts all the way, yet can fish in the margins with confidence.

Trebuchet Harrison - 12' - From £299.00 Review
The rod for serious distance. An out and out casting machine.

Standard ringing - Double leg Fuji SiC = 40 / 30 / 25 / 20 / 16 / 16 tip

Ballista Harrison

Medium action rod. Classic all-rounder. Low test curves are ideal for pond work, higher test curves capable of hitting good distances with big bags. Easy cast action.

Ballista Slim Harrison

Through action rod. Ultra slim, light and ideal for pond work. Expensive ultra high quality blank.

10' Stalker 2.75 lbs Harrison - From £145.00
( Also used as a kids carp rod )
This slim rod has a powerful no lock-up through action and is light in the hand.
Ideal for all types of stalking work be it with lead, float, freeline, or on the top.

Standard ringing - Double leg Fuji Hard = 25 / 20 / 16 / 12 / 10 / 8 / 8 tip
Upgrade ringing - Double leg Fuji SiC = 25 / 20 / 16 / 12 / 10 / 8 / 8 tip Add £33.00

Colour Options

Gloss dark red / Matt dark red / Gloss graphite grey / Matt graphite grey / Ultra Matt no scratch finish graphite grey / Gloss brown / Matt brown / Gloss green / Matt green.

Handle Options

Free Spirit Japanese - Add £10.00

Only available on lower test curve slim rods due to small inner diameter of reel seat and stainless steel.

Full Cork DNPS - Add £10.00

Full Cork DPS Cone - Add £12.00

Full Cork DPS Flare - Add £12.00

Full Duplon DNPS

Full Duplon DPS Cone

Half Naked Duplon - Option: Add £6.00 to the rod price to replace the black Duplon with cork.

Midi Cork - Add £8.00 to the price of the rod.
Note this cork handle is slightly different and has a duplon end which is optional.

Midi Duplon

Mini Cork - Add £7.00 to the price of the rod.

Mini Duplon

Naked Duplon or Japanese Shrink Tube - Option: Add £5.00
to the rod price to replace the black Duplon / EVA with cork.

Century SS20 - Add £49.00
Only available on Century rods

Century AL20 - Add £49.00
Only available on Century rods

Factory Rods
( Not built by me )

UK buyers only

H-Design Jazz Carp rods by Harrisons
( Comes from Harrisons built, no custom options )
The Jazz is a premium rod at an entry level price. The specification is awesome. Discrete no
flash matt finish over slim woven fabric blank. Genuine Fuji fitting with genuine Stainless
Collars. Quality slim style Zic rings ideal for mono or braid. Double ring 40mm butt, double
ring 30mm, then single legs to 12mm flanged tip. Shrink rubber slim butt grip. The brief for
this rod was simple. Make it the best rod at its price bar none. To do this we used the best
design and development here in Liverpool, but moved the production of this rod offshore to
make it available at just £100.00. Its available in 12' 2¾ lbs. and 12' 3 lbs. but we cannot offer
this with custom build.

Not a stock item so please allow 5 - 7 days for Free delivery.
UK buyers only £100.00