Description
Rod Overview, Use, & Application
The DXF GEN2 12904 is what you might call “The Big One”. This 12 wt fly rod was designed to bridge powerful presentation with refined precision. It offers capable performance for big-fly presentations, meticulous design, and also the power to fight some of the strongest freshwater and saltwater sportfish. The biggest chinook salmon, stealthy musky, gigantic carp, wary tarpon, prowling redfish, and more will find a true test when they go up against this fly rod.
The 12904 shares the same elegant medium-fast taper as its lighter siblings. In practice, it balances crisp responsiveness with heavy-line capacity. This makes it efficient for delivering sink-tips in addition to chucking large streamers down range. As you’d expect from a 12 wt fly rod, this model is built for scenarios where strength matters. Expect comfortable casting of large flies or weighted rigs and solid control when fighting big fish. The DXF GEN2 series consistently earns praise across reviews for delivering high-class feel and accuracy at a more accessible price point. Therefore, this makes the 12904 a discreet option in the big-fly category
Built on the same multi‑modulus graphite foundation as the rest of the GEN2 line, this rod features tip-dampening technology for straighter loops and improved accuracy. Dark‑neo‑plated stainless guides, SIC stripping guides, alignment dots, AAA cork grip matched with a burled-wood insert reel seat, Cordura rod tube + cloth sock, and also Douglas’s limited lifetime warranty complete this magnificent fly rod. This is the rod you’ll want to be fishing when you’re targeting “The Big One”.
Rod Specs
- Blank color: Blue
- Length: 9’0″
- Weight: 12
- Pieces: 4
- Handle: F
Other Rod Options
If the DXF GEN2 12904 is close but not quite what you’re looking for, you should consider the following options: The and comes in a variety of lighter wt fly rods that may be better suited for your preferred fishing style or applications. If you’re looking to stay in the 12 wt category, the is THE rod. Equipped with industry-leading components and rigorous testing have resulted in the ultimate 12 wt fly rod. Accordingly, the final product is a rod that no other rod in the industry can compete with.
For a complete listing of all DXF GEN2 models, please visit our page.
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