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I have had the 12ft 1.75 Torrix (with additional spliced quiver section) for near 20 years, however more recently added a 2LB top section which fits the 1.75 butt. The resultant rod has a totally different action, more through than the tippy 1.75 as has been mentioned. Think I prefer the 2LB top.
Harrison Torrix 10ft 2.75lb Stalker – very rarely used and in very good condition. £150
Nick Buss built, abbreviated handle, 7 rings, 30mm to 8mm tip.
Pics attached.
Harrison 11ft 2.5lb Baby Ballista – lovely condition and hardly used. £150 - SOLD
A beautiful custom build by CJS Custom Rods...
arrived today, not a true 5000 in size, more a 4000, but should be fine for my smallish river. lighter, less bulky than my 4000D, seems to balance my 1.75 torrix nicely. time will tell.
My two penneth - every rod will be different but I had an 11ft 1.75lb Armalite that I found a little too soft. I went back to the builder (Bob Morris) who after a discussion on the likely outcome removed 6inches from the tip and 6 inches from the bottom end of the handle to maintain the spigot...
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