Letters of satisfaction

Satisfied user letters and emails

Colin,

I cannot believe the transformation you have achieved on the handle & reel-seat area on my old (1929) Hardy Cane Fly Rod.

Replacements with new cork handle and a beautiful reel-seat, all replaced with flawless perfection.

Many, many thanks,

G.J. (Macclesfield) - January 2012

Hi Colin,

Delighted with my "Refurbs" - old rods brought back to life!!

Regards,

Tony (Redruth)

Col,

Thank's for restoring my 4 old "Daiwa Infinitiy" Carp Rods.

They now look brand new - despite being 15 years old - worth every penny!

Cheers mate,

B.W. (Liverpool)

Col,

Thank's for the expert work on my "Daiwa Infinities" - well pleased.

More rods on the way, for your professional attention.

Regards,

J.M. (Nottingham) - January 2012

Colin,

The work is just what I expected with my "Free Spirit" Carp Rods.

Excellent Job.

R.B.(Bedford)

Hi Colin,

Just a quick note to say thank you for the wonderful work you have done on my Sage Fly Rod.

The workmanship & materials are superb and go far beyond my expectations.

Many thanks again,

D.R. (Cornwall)

Hi Colin,

Well pleased with my Custom Built Torrix carp rods - Excellent quality (as usual) - Cannot wait to use them.

J.T. (Manchester)

Colin,

My repaired Normark Rod looks and feels excellent - Hopefully, I'll be putting it to serious use shortly - Thanks for your expert attention.

I won't hesitate to recommend your services to others.

Many thanks for repairing my much loved rod.

Yours Sincerely,

Richard (Shipley)

Hi Colin,

Just a quick note to say thank you very much.

The work you've done on the rings is really superb and top class (I'd really busted up the 30mm rings stuffing it in my tube didn't I !!!).

Many thanks for repairing my much loved rod.

All the best,

Simon (London)

Col,

Thanks for repairing my old Beachcaster - The repair cost me more than the rod cost 20 years ago!! - But well worth it.

Thanks again,

D.B. (Manchester)

Good Morning Colin,

My old rods arrived safely & I am delighted at how they have turned out - They are as good as new again.

Thank you very much, I shall certainly use your services again.

Regards,

R.M. (Yorkshire)

Colin,

Great new cork handles on my Carp Rods - Lovely quality cork!!

T.E. (Warrington)

Colin,

Thanks for transforming my old Daiwa and Shakespeare match rods - They now look very modern and new.

Cheers,

G.S. (Knutsford)

Col,

New 16mm Tip Rings on my "Free Spirits" - Better than the originals!!

L.B. (Manchester)

Colin,

Very happy with the complete re-varnish to my Century NG's - Thanks,

J.A. (Bristol)

Hi Col,

My custom built "Torrix" Carp Rods are just what I wanted - worth every penny!!

R.C.L (Liverpool)

Col,

Thanks for modifying my old "Fox" Carp Rods. They now look much better with new Shrink Tube & Fittings.

D.E. (Wigan)

Colin,

Just a note to say thank you for your work on my Sage trout rod - it landed the following 7.75lb Brook Trout - and a few others during our 'Labrador' trip.

Many Thanks,

Jeff (Essex)

Hello Colin,

I received my new SPECIALIST rod today - Custom Built to my specification - wonderful job - absolutely brilliant.

I. G. (Londonderry) 25/08/2011

Colin,

My Daiwa Infinities now look fantastic - after fitting the 50mm Alconite Fuji ring guides. Many thanks for your expert work - thank you.

E. P. (Shropshire)

Hi Col,

First fish of the year (August 2011) - a 4 pound salmon caught on the fly rod you made for me.

Steve Smith (Newton Stewart)

Hi Colin,

Thanks for altering my Torrix barbel rod - GREAT JOB as ever - I will always recommend your services.

Regards,

D.H. (Ripon)

Col,

Received my re-furbished carp rods - all good, great job - thank's mate.

G.H. (Luton)

Colin,

I received my repaired 'Butt' section yesterday - many thanks for the swift service.

The quality of workmanship is excellent.

Thank you once again for your help.

Kind Regards,

J.B. (Chelmsford)

Hi Colin,

My Normark match rods arrived safe and sound, after new cork handles and reel-seats - they look very smart - a job well done, thank you.

D.R. (Lincoln)

Colin,

Absolutely amazing - my old 'Century' Carp Rods have been transformed - stunning - very, very pleased with the total refurbishment!

All the best,

C.A. (Wigan)

Hi Col,

Great job on my old Shakespeare Match Rod - New rings and varnish job.

L.H. (Liverpool)

Colin,

Brilliant job - my old Daiwa Infinities have been transformed - they look Brand New - especially with the new bits fitted!!

A.S. (Manchester)

Colin,

I safely received my Sage fly rod yesterday and wanted to thank you for your excellent work - it looks great - especially the lovely new reel seat with the 'cocobola Insert'.

J.M. (Essex)

Colin,

Here's a photo of a 33lb French Mirror Carp - Caught on my 'Infinity SP's' that you fully customised for me.

Regards,

T.S. (Manchester)

Hi Colin,

Just to let you know I have received my refurbished rod - new cork handle, Fuji reel seat and trims - very pleased,

Many Thanks,

Paul (Sussex) (05/05/11)

Colin,

I've just got home and seen my new Custom Built Spinning Rod - it looks great - not sure if I want to take it out of the house though!!

Thanks for everything,

M.R. (Pembrokeshire)

Hi Colin,

My re-vamped Chimeras arrived back safely - They look great - I am very pleased - Its like having brand new 'sticks' again.

Once again, many thanks,

B.B. (Essex)

Colin,

Many thanks for doing a great job in replacing the 50mm butt ring on my Free Spirit Carp Rod.

Also for recommending a courier to help with all the hassle.

Regards

M.W. (Malvern)

Col,

You have done a superb job in re-furbishing my battered barbel rods. They are now better than when I first bought them.

P.B. (Stockport)

Colin,

Thanks you for repairing my damaged carp rods - you have saved me a big expense in buying new rods.

Cheers,

G.J. (Rochdale)

Colin,

Thanks for re-varnishing my 'tired' carp rods - They now look great and I am looking forward to using them in France.

Cheers,

M.W. (Preston)

Hi Colin,

I just received my fly rod repair - just want to say thanks for a great service.

Regards,

A.M. (Hull)

Colin,

My trusty old Daiwa fly rod is now back - repaired so well by you - I cannot tell the difference between the original and 'repair' whippings.

Another excellent job.

Best Wishes

I.S. (Bucks)

Hi Colin,

Just a short message to let you know my Harrisons 'Torrix' rods arrived back this morning (1 week earlier than quoted) - what can I say - you have made a PUKKA job - they really do look the business - the workmanship is second to none - I would recommend your services to anyone without hesitation..

Once again, cheers mate.

Richard (Farnham)

Colin,

Yes! just what I wanted with my Daiwa refurb - very pleased

Many thank's,

D.J (Preston)

Hi Col,

A fantastic job on my HarrisonTorrix carp rods - in for a 'strip and re-build' - they are now exactly how I want them.

R.H. (Surrey)

Hi Colin,

Thank you so much for a fantastic job on my new Custom Built 11ft. spinning rod - I cannot wait to get out and about with it - and nail some Bass and Pollack.

Superb!!!

G.B. (Sussex).

Colin,

Received my re-furbished rod today - BRILLIANT JOB - I won't hesitate to send you more work in the future.

Thank's again,

D.H. (Grimsby).

Colin

Thank you very much for the work you have carried-out on my old Salmon fly rod - it's PERFECT and I cannot wait to use it this Summer.

J. G. (Dumfries)

Colin

My re-furbished Salmon fly rod arrived back today. It is absolutely beautiful!!!.

Thank you once more for your time and hard work - it really is lovely - just like an entirely new rod.

Many Thanks,

I. McM (Fife).

Hi Colin,

Here's some pictures for you....all the fish were caught on the Harrison Chimeras you built for me.

Cheers,

Kev

Colin

Lovely job on my Bruce and Walker spinning rod. A lovely new handle and Fuji reel-seat - very comfy to fish with - just been out with it!!

Thank's very much, I will definitely use you again in the future.

I. M. (St.Andrews, Scotland)

Hi Colin,

What can I say, the repair you did is absolutly fantastic. I will certainly be spreading the word.

If you could let me have a few of your cards I will get my two local tackle shops to put them on display. I know them really well so they will have no problem with this.

Once again thank you for a superb repair.

R.V. (Derby)

Dear Colin,

I owe you an apology - I had intended to email you when I opened my re-worked Hardy last month but alas was thrown head-long into a very hectic work & travel schedule.......which, is far from over yet; roll-on Christmas!

I did open the rod and I have to say I am delighted with the result; indeed exactly what I'd hoped for and the extra whippings have just tensed the rod up slightly. Doubtless it will be a pleasure to use but unfortunately, due to circumstances outlined above, that pleasure will now come next season.

My sincere thanks to you for a job very well done indeed; I will be sure to mention your name to colleagues and, when time allows, I'll be back in touch for a rod or two.

With kind regards,

Ian (Bucks)

Colin,

Just wanted to say thanks for the superb refurbishment of my Mordex 3 pc Rod which is also of great sentimental value.

It's around 50 years old and if I'm correct in saying was one of the first hollow glass rods to emerge.

The craftsmanship demonstrated is second to none and I shall have no hesitation in recommending you to friends and colleagues.

Regards,

J.H. (Cheshire)

Colin,

Many thanks for the superb job you made of restoring my Normark Float Rod back to very near its original condition.

I am so grateful I have back a rod which despite its age is still tops for old fashioned stick float fishing.

I will certainly be sending you more rods for that special touch.

B.E. (Bolton)

Colin,

Thanks for the extensive repair on my very old "Taperflash" Float Rod. Looking forward to using it and going down "Memory Lane".

Once again thanks,

A.B. (Swansea)

Colin,

As promised - the first carp on my new Custom Built rods - I am very pleased with them.

Stephen (Preston).

Colin,

On collecting my 3 Torrix 'Custom Built' carp rods - I was stunned - absolutely fantastic work - just what I wanted - very minimalistic - the new Carbon Fuji reel-seat - it work's really well with the 'weave' in the rod - brilliant.

A pleasure doing business with you!

S.H. (Preston)

Hi Colin,

My Sage fly rod arrived back safely - the repair is excellent - I could hardly tell it had been damaged in the first place!!

Regards

D.B. (Blackburn)

Hello Colin,

In regards to the work on the whippings you did on my beloved split-cane fly rod - I cannot thank you enough on your superb work. I've just arrived back from University and decided to have a look at what you have done - Well it's perfect! More than perfect!

It's an absolute privilege to have you carry-out this work for me. I shall not forget the professionalism and friendly advice and therefore thank you a lot more.

A bottle of Scotch is on the way.

Very kind regards,

Julian (Manchester)

Hi Colin,

Received my refurbished rod today - new cork handle and Fuji reel-seat - a lovely job, I will use you again without hesitation.

Regards

Tony (Mansfield)

Hi Colin,

My re-furbished rod arrived back safely. I opened it when I arrived home last night - a lovely job, well done!!.

Thank's again Colin, I won't hesitate to forward your name for any rod repairs.

Regards

D. R. (Lincoln)

Hi Colin,

My rod repairs arrived back, in good condition - they are fantastic, you have done a really good job on them.

Got your business card in case I need you in the future!!.

B.A. (Wakefield)

Colin,

Very, Very good - the 12', 3.25lb. Torrix Carp rod that you Custom Built for me is excellent - I have ordered 2 more on the strength of this one.

Thank's for all your help.

K.McG. (Manchester).

Col,

My 3 Custom Built TORRIX carp rods are awesome - you have built what I have always wanted - carp rods to my design - built by an expert.

See ya,

M.W. (Manchester).

Colin

My 15 year old "Rod Hutchinson Dream-Makers" have been transformed - into fantastic modern-day carp rods.

Cheers

G.C. (Manchester)

Colin

Attached picture of my fantastic 'Torrix' carp rods that you Custom built for me - as seen by me from my bivy - whilst fishing here in France.

Cheers Mate,

M.W. (originally from London).

Hi Col,

The new fly rod that you have built for me is PERFECT and a vast improvement on anything I have had my hands on to date, again, many, many thanks,

N.R. (GAIC instructor).

Colin

My salmon fly rod that you have re-furbished is looking excellent - I cannot wait to try it!

A lovely job and many thank's,

Kind Regards

N.C. (Somerset)

Hi Colin

I received my repaired carp rod back - many thank's for a good job - just need some decent weather to use it!!

R. W. (Sheffield)

Hi Colin

See attached photo "The perfect winter barbel"

Merry Christmas

Lee

Dear Colin

I received my 'restored' antique Hardy cane salmon-fly-rod today - what a difference to the rod I sent you - STUNNING!!!.

Best wishes for Christmas,

P.P. (Jersey).

Colin

Very pleased with the Salmon rod you Custom Built for me - it is everything I wanted.

Many Thanks

P.D. (Ireland).

Colin

My new custom built barbel rod arrived safely - 'FANTASTIC'.

Cheers Mate,

L.S. (St. Albans)

Hi Colin

My Hardy Salmon Fly Rod arrived in good time - you have done an amazing job, replacing all the damaged rings.

Many, many thanks

H.T. (Surrey).

Cheers Colin

Received my rod repair back, safe and sound - just a quick email to let you know, very nice job, will use you again.

P.J. (Chester) - 12/11/09

Hi Colin

Photo of a fantastic 17½lb Common from "King George's" (Altrincham).

My first fish on the new custom built "Chimera" carp rods - 2 more followed shortly afterwards - a bit smaller though!!

The rods you built for me are fantastic - well worth the money!

Cheers Mate,

R.C. (Altrincham)

Hi Colin

I have just returned from a fantastic weeks fishing in France - the 4 Custom Built Torrix rods that you made for me are 'awesome'.

I have owned all the so-called 'best' makes of carp rods available in the UK over the past 30 years, and I will tell you that my Custom Built TORRIX rods are the finest casting, fish playing rods available - in my opinion - anywhere in the world.

You have built me 2 (2.5lbs) for short range fishing and 2 (3.25lbs) for long range fishing - and they performed as expected - perfect in every department.

The rods are amazing - I could actually 'FEEL' every twist and turn when playing the fish - what a pleasure to now own, top-quality, hand built carp rods - to my design!

I will recommend your rod building to anyone who admires MY rods, as they are fantastic.

I have sent you a small sample (pictures) of the Carp I caught in France for your website - for your viewers to see.

Cheers Mate,

M.W. (Manchester)

27lbs.7oz. 29lbs.0ozs.

31lbs.4ozs. 32lbs.2ozs.

Colin

Lovely job on my Bruce and Walker spinning rod. A lovely new handle and Fuji reel-seat - very comfy to fish with - just been out with it!!

Thank's very much, I will definitely use you again in the future.

I. M. (St.Andrews, Scotland)

Hi Colin

Thank's for repairing my old Bruce and Walker Avon rod - loose/split spigot.

A very professional job sorting-out these problems.

Once again - thank's.

R.B. (Somerset)

Hi Colin

I received my altered/repaired sea-fishing boat rod.

You have done a superb job - new reel-seat, handle and varnish job - very pleased indeed!!!.

J.W. (Essex).

Hi Colin

Just to let you know how my new Custom Made rods performed (TORRIX 12ft; 2.5lb.tc.).

I went to a local water and guess what? - first cast and within 10 mins, a 15lb. Common in the net!!!.

The rods are amazing - I could actually 'FEEL' every twist and turn when playing the fish - what a pleasure to now own, top-quality, hand built carp rods - to my design!

I will be ordering 2 more in 3.25lb.t.c. when I save-up some more money!!

Cheers Mate,

M.W. (Manchester)

Hi Colin

I received my 15ft Custom Built Gti Match rod today - 'GORGEOUS'.

Sincerely,

J.A. (Yorkshire)

Hi Colin

My broken rod arrived back today, it looks great.

Thank you for fixing it.

F.R. (Woking)

Hi Colin

A new rod repair is on it's way to you and thank's for sending my other repair, which arrived safely and is 'perfect'.

Many, many thanks

J.F. (London)

Hi Colin

I received my re-furbished Hardy fly rod - it looks tremendous - thank you very much indeed.

I managed an evening on Blagdon lake where I took a 3.75lb. rainbow on a dry fly - so, the rod has been well and truly baptised in it's new lease of life!'.

Many thank's again,

P.M. (Bristol)

Hi Colin

Sorry I've taken a while to get back to you but I had a very successful time in the Florida Keys (a couple of pictures attached) - and - the special rod you built for me - DID THE BUSINESS - bullying Lemon Sharks to 360lbs, Black Tips to 100lbs, and Grey Reef Sharks to 40lbs, from the beach.

Once again, thank you for your excellent work - it's not often something turn's-out just as you imagined.

All the very best,

D.G. (London)

Hi Colin

Received my re-furbished rod this afternoon.

I am very impressed with the workmanship to bring my old rod back to life.

Delighted with the result

J.S. (Notts)

Hi Colin

The Daiwa rod butt that required stripping and re-building arrived back today.

What can I say? - Stunned, Amazed, Delighted, Over the moon....... .... .....All these and much more!....

Are you SURE it's not a brand new butt from Daiwa, as this rod is not produced any more?

I am very impressed with your work,

My sincere thanks,

D.B. (Lancaster).

Hi Colin

Received my re-furbished trout rod today.

May I say, what an excellent job you've done - very happy indeed!!!.

I will be using the rod tomorrow for a pleasant evenings trout fishing.

All the best,

J.A. (Newport).

Hi Colin (April 09)

The 14ft. PRO-TIP Salmon fly rod you made for me - does it again - a new Salmon season on the River Cree, lands the first 'Springer' for me @ 8.75lbs; (photo attached) covered in sea-lice - taken on one of my 'special flies'.

All the best,

Steve Smith.

Hello Colin - and WOW!

Well worth the wait (4 weeks) for my Custom Built 'BIG GAME' rod - better than I imagined! - well pleased! - can't wait to get stuck into a big fish with it.

Thank's for the GREAT WORK.

Regards,

D. G. (Essex)

Hello Colin,

I am well chuffed with the work you have carried-out on my 3, 13ft; Kevlites - brand new handles and reel seats - a fantastic job.

I will recommend you to all my colleagues.

Regards,

J.M. (Nottingham)

Hello Colin,

My Zziplex beachcaster arrived safe and sound today. What a FANTASTIC job you have done on the refurbishment.

I will be passing-out your business cards to our friends and club members.

A job well done to you.

Regards,

M.P. (Aberystwyth)

Hi Colin,

I received my repaired fly rod today - a great job - thank's for everything.

A.R. (Nottingham).

Hi Colin

Received the rods friday in A1 condition and thanks for the excellent repair work you have carried out. Now they're ready for some more punishment from the cats!

Have attached a few photos for you, feel free to use them on your site.

Thanks and best wishes

Al Henderson (www.ebro-catfishing.com)

I collected my new Custom Built Torrix barbel rod today and am very, very pleased with it - I am so happy with MY choice of fittings and trim - to compliment the 'green coloured blanks' - something different to the usual grey coloured rods available in the tackle shops.

Rod build is stunning....top quality....beautifully made....cannot wait to use it.

All the best,

S. S. (Stockport)

The Kigan rod rings were delivered today, fast and in excellent condition.

Thank you for the professional service provided. Hope to deal with you again.

R.T. (Sofia, Bulgaria).

Hi Colin,

Just a quick email, to thank you for the superb repair you did on my Greys rod - it is first class - I will be passing your name around for sure.

Cheers,

Mike (Stockport)

Hello Colin,

The feeder rod you have created for me is marvelous - it was a complicated project but you have managed it - I will be ordering more rods from you, as you are truly an expert'

M.P. (Cardiff)

Hi Colin,

My new rod butt is superb, really pleased - thank's, it feels like a totally different rod, the 304 Stainless Steel reel seat is truly Custom Made - cheers mate!

Jim (Northwich, Cheshire)

Really, really pleased with the new handles you have replaced on my 2 Normark rods - the quality is amazing - I will be sending 2 more rods shortly.

G.L. Herts.

The 2 Century carp rods that you have completely re-furbished - new handles, new reel seats, new stainless steel bits, new Sic rings and my name on the rods - the bol**cks mate - better than when I first bought them.

You could get a job doing this!

MARK W. (Manchester)

Hi Colin!

Yes, cane rod arrived yesterday and looks mighty fine. Thanks. Just in time too as the waters are fining down here at last.

Could have done with the rod on Monday. I fish the River Ecclesbourne which in places is only 6' - 8' across. I gave it a go as the water had dropped enough and nymphed a "humping" fish. This turned out to be the best brown I've had from the river - about 16" long, in perfect condition. Not much smaller than my best from the River Derwent. Photo attached, caught with the rod you are familiar with!

Thanks again

Pete

Hello Colin,

Not the largest fish in the lake, (19lbs 11 oz), but the first to be captured using Colin Leatherbarrow's Custom Built Fishing Rods, (See attached photo).

Three Mirrors in total, (19lb 11oz, 18lb 03 & 23lb 05oz), all caught on my right hand rod, (No.3).

I attach some photos of your Rods, (Taken for my own Insurance purposes), which I hope you find interesting.

The Rod is beautiful when playing a fish. I'm really pleased with them and already I have had several Carpers admiring them. My reply has been, "Colin Leatherbarrow, Custom Built Fishing Rods, Urmston, Manchester - Would you like his details", and I hand them your "Visiting Card". (Can you afford to send me a few more as they've all gone?).

Well Colin, I must go.

Take care.

Brian Moores.

Hi Colin,

My new Carp Rods arrived safe and well.

These 3 off Chimera Rods are stunning. The build quality is absolutely superb.

You are a credit to your profession and I applaud and admire the skills you possess.

These Rods will advertise themselves on the bankside, but be rest assured, any fellow Carpers, (and other admirers), who enquire about these rods will receive the highest recommendation from me to contact Custom Built Fishing Rods.

It has been an absolute joy and a pleasure dealing with you.

Many, many thanks Colin.

Best regards, Brian Moores.

P.S. I will obviously keep in touch with you and keep you abreast of future catches using your rods. Two photos from last weekend (9/8/08) - 27lb.8oz Mirror and 21lb.11oz catfish.

Hi Colin,

Many thanks for the great job, replacing the damaged tip rings on my Greys carp rods - all received ok. Cheers.

A.G. Salisbury.

Colin,

Thanks for re-ringing my old Drennan match rod. You have done a wonderful job and for sentimental reasons, I can now use it again.

Kindest regards,

Mr. Clarke (Manchester)

Having used my new rods, Built buy Colin, a few months now, I can honestly say they are the best rods I have ever owned. The finish and attention to detail is outstanding. They perform exactly as I wanted and look superb.

Thank you very much Colin

Rick Shackleton

Hello Colin,

Today I return from holidays, so I see the rods you re-furbish for me. Thank you for very nice work. I am very pleased with them. I will contact you in a few months to purchase some new custom rods for spinning.

Best wishes from Nikola.

Belgrade, Serbia

Hi Colin,

The Torrix Specialist barbel rod you Custom Built for me has performed perfectly - landing fish to nearly 14lbs. to date - without any concerns whatsoever, a brilliant job.

Attached photo of a recent 'double'.

N.G. Nottingham

Colin,

I returned to work today (14/07/08) to find the 2 'Loop' Yellow Line Salmon fly rods waiting for me. You have made a beautiful job of them and I am impressed with your craftsmanship. The cork handles are just the right size for my children without being too small for an adult to enjoy using the rods (me, chiefly)!!. They are perfect throughout but the choice of reel-seat - with engraved 'Salmon', is particularly inspired.

Thank's once again for your excellent, friendly service throughout. I shall certainly recommend you to all my angling friends.

With thank's and very best wishes,

P.T. Edinburgh

Hi Colin,
Just to let you know my repaired carp rod arrived today, safe and well (4/7/08).
As expected, a terrific job, well done and many thank's.
Cannot wait to see the new Custom Built CHIMERAS I ordered!!
B.M. (Derbyshire)

'Colin,

Thank you for re-ringing my HARDY fly rod. Lovely job with excellent customer service and quick turn-around.'

N.P. Worthing, W. Sussex

'Thanks for fitting the new 50mm Kigan butt rings to my Century Carp Rods - after the originals were damaged - great job with quick turn-around - highly recommended'.
Jay (Manchester)

'This is better than Christmas day, collecting my three Custom Built Torrix carp rods. Gorgeous, stunning, everything I expected.

Thank you very much for all your hard work.'

R.S. (Moston, Manchester)

'The Salmon spinning rod you have just built for me looks great - I will be using it on the Spey next week - can't wait - lets hope I can put a bend into it - a lovely job, thanks.'

G.Taylor. (Manchester)

Hi Colin,

My re-furbished spinning rod arrived yesterday afternoon - looking very smart, so hopefully get it christened soon.

Many thanks for all your efforts.

F.W. Aberdeen (Scotland)

By phone, (28/04/08)

'Hi Col, I have just received my Fox carp rod that you have repaired. What can I say - brilliant job - better than the original.

I will tell all my mates about your service - can you send me some of your business cards?'

P.S. (Chester)

'I have just received back (22/04/08) my old, cherished Normark feeder rod that you have restored and I am absolutely delighted.

Many thank's for an excellent job.'

A.W. (Surrey).

'Dear Colin,

The Sage salmon fly rod that you recently restored arrived safely and I am very pleased with it.

Thank you once again for your prompt and professional service.

regards,

R.S. Dumfries (Scotland)

Colin,

Thank you for fixing the spigot on my treasured fly rod - thank's very much - very pleased.

S.L. (Buckingham).

Hi Col,

Great job on fixing the loose reel seat on my Century carp rod - especially as the makers couldn't be bothered with helping me.

Also, thank you for replacing the worn spigot.

Chris Smith (Manchester).

'Thank you for stripping and re-building my old ARMALITE MK.1 carp rods. You have achieved the impossible - a magnificent job!

Ian Spencer (Stockport).

'A cracking job re-building my CARBOTEC match rod, top quality mate - you can build all my rods from now-on'.

Nick Gunn (Nottingham).

Hi Colin,

Just a quick note to say thanks for doing such a terrific job on my rod, the new handle is absolutely superb and the balance of the rod is now much better.

Kindest regards,
Lee Bevan.

Just got my new match rod very well made with excellent customer service. If you want custom rods use this bloke he is fantastic. At first i rang up for price on materials and glad I let colin do it he gets as close to perfection as you can get. Top draw thanks very much Colin.

Tim, from Ilkeston, Derbyshire

' Colin, the Greys Prodigy carp rods you re-built for me with full-length cork handles are NOW bloody gorgeous - roll-on my next fishing trip.'

I.W. (Birmingham)

Dear Colin,

Just a quick note to thank you for the 3 'Chimera' carp rods that you have Custom built me.

I now have 3 rods that are exactly how I want them and they have improved my fishing and long range casting big time.

These rods are superb and I would not hesitate in recommending your rod building to anybody that asks.

Once again thank you,

KEVIN (Manchester)

'I am extremelly pleased with my new carp rods that you built for me - quality all the way mate -

I will recommend your work to all my friends -

Some big fish landed already........!'

Pat O'Connor (Manchester)

'The Chimera rods you built for me are awsome - first landing a 48lb.14oz Common from Cassien (France) and later a PB Mirror Carp of 58lb.12oz. from Le Botte (France). Noo problems!!!.
I have already recommended your work to other anglers both here and in France'
John Fraser (The Flagger) Manchester.

'Hi Colin, The Salmon Fly rod you made for me has worked wonders - 2 casts - 2 fish!!!

This rod is a credit to you, far better made than anything from the so called 'big players'.

I will be telling all the ghillies about your work.

Cheers,

Steve Smith, Manchester.

'I have just found your new website 'custombuiltfishingrods.co.uk'

You made me 3 fly rods 10 years ago, before venturing out to Australia and New Zealand. These rods have caught everything from Trout to Trevally and they are still going strong - although a little 'tired'.

Your new website has inspired me to order another fly rod - which I will be discussing with you soon.

Best Regards,
Colin Yeo (Brighton)

July 2007
Thank you very much for building my 3 new Chimeras - absolutely spot-on mate, brilliant job.
Once again, thanks.
E. Mc.Ginty (Newcastle upon Tyne)

(By phone July 07)
"Hello Colin, Joe here, call from the banks of of the Tweed. Just landed a fresh run 16lb Salmon on the spinning rod you made for me. Fantastic, no one else has touched a fish, because their rods are not up to the job, you can not buy what you have built for me." (Joe Johnson, Liverpool)

My first outing with my new 'De-Luxe' rod on the River Test. Very little hatching but enough to make a great day. The rod performed so well, as I was sure it would and was a great pleasure to use. Thank's for another great rod. (M.V. Hampshire)

The CHIMERAS are brilliant, casting and playing big carp under the tip - no problems!

Will order another pair of heavier rods for France later this year.
(F.W. Cheshire)

Our trip to Cuba was spoilt by the weather but the rod you built for me (9ft; 4pc; #9) performed very well - outperforming rods costing twice as much - my biggest 'bonefish' 6lbs. (P.W. Manchester)

The 'Pro-Tip' salmon fly rod you built for me is fantastic, powerful, light and casts effortlessly - everything I hoped-for, Thank you. M.W. (Lancashire)