TOKACHI TROUT ROD “Makiri” 7'9" #4 4PC 2TIP Custom Order

TOKACHI TROUT ROD “Makiri” 7'9" #4 4PC 2TIP Custom Order – Serial No. 0128

Handcrafted by Naoki Hashimoto of Tokachi Trout Rod in Hokkaido, Japan.

Hashimoto is a third-generation Scott bamboo rod builder, and his rods are known for their powerful, fast, and highly responsive casting characteristics.

The foundation of every Tokachi Trout Rod is what Hashimoto calls the “Tokachi Progressive Dry Action.”

This action combines the smooth loading characteristics of a progressive bamboo taper with excellent recovery speed. Even under a relatively light load, the rod efficiently transfers line weight into the butt section, allowing the entire blank to generate fast, controlled torque throughout the casting stroke.

The result is a bamboo rod capable of producing impressive line speed while still retaining the natural feel and depth that make bamboo rods so enjoyable to cast.

Among rods of the same line weight, shorter models generally feel quicker and more responsive, while longer models provide greater reach and a deeper, smoother loading sensation.

Another important feature of Tokachi Trout Rods is Hashimoto’s custom-made ferrules. Each ferrule is designed to integrate naturally with the rod taper, helping to reduce unnecessary weight at the joints while maintaining smooth and efficient energy transfer throughout the blank.

This 7'9" #4 Makiri is built in a four-piece configuration, offering excellent portability for travel while preserving the refined casting performance and distinctive character of a handcrafted bamboo rod.

Designed for a #4 line, this model provides an excellent balance of line control, casting power, and delicacy. The 7'9" length offers a responsive and energetic feel, while the #4 line rating gives the rod enough authority for a wide range of trout fishing situations.

Created as a custom-order rod, this Makiri represents Hashimoto’s modern approach to bamboo rod design: strong recovery, high line speed, smooth progressive loading, and practical four-piece construction.

Specifications

Maker: Naoki Hashimoto / Tokachi Trout Rod
Model: Makiri
Length: 7'9"
Line Weight: #4
Sections: 4 Pieces
Serial Number: 0128
Custom Order
Made in Japan

Rod Tube Specifications

Outside Diameter: 1.575 in
Overall Length: 25 in