Tenryu Fates Benett

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$253,50

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Length6'10"–8'6" (2.08–2.59 m)

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Description

The Tenryu Fates Benett (フェイテス・ベネット) is a trout fly rod built around an "Old is New" concept, pairing ultra-low elasticity carbon with a glass-like, supple feel for torque-rich loops at a range of distances. It has a short Ritz-style cork grip with a cap-and-ring reel seat, a decorative thread wrap roughly 30cm from the grip end, and a dedicated hook keeper.

This listing stocks three 4-piece models, all 86/14% carbon/glass: FB6104-#2/3 (#2/3 line, 2.08m/6'10", 52g), FB744-#3/4 (#3/4 line, 2.24m/7'4", 57g), and FB864-#4/5 (#4/5 line, 2.59m/8'6", 68g). Aimed at trout in mountain streams, rivers and managed catch-and-release fisheries.

Specs

Rod type: Fly
Length: 6'10"–8'6" (2.08–2.59 m)
Pieces: 4
Line rating: #2/3–#4/5 fly line by model
Model: FB6104-#2/3, FB744-#3/4, FB864-#4/5

Shipping & returns

Packed in Japan and shipped with tracked international delivery. Duties and taxes may apply at checkout depending on destination. Eligible returns are covered — see the shipping page for timelines.

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Rod type: Fly
Length: 6'10"–8'6" (2.08–2.59 m)
Pieces: 4
Line rating: #2/3–#4/5 fly line by model
Model: FB6104-#2/3, FB744-#3/4, FB864-#4/5

What makes it different

Built to fish, not just to sell

The blank

Blending ultra-low elasticity carbon with a glass-like supple feel, the Fates Benett loads deeply for torque-rich loops that carry line well at both short and longer distances, with a soft, forgiving tip for protecting light tippet.

What it's built for

Built around an 'Old is New' concept for trout fly fishing in mountain streams, rivers and managed catch-and-release fisheries, with the lighter FB6104-#2/3 suited to small streams and the FB864-#4/5 to bigger water and windier conditions.

How it fishes

Cast dry flies and light nymphs with a relaxed, deep-loading stroke that suits the rod's glass-influenced feel, and use the dedicated hook keeper to store flies quickly between spots.

The setup it likes

Match each model to a reel and line of the same weight — #2/3 through #4/5 — with a 7.5–9ft tapered leader down to 5X–6X tippet for typical stream trout.

Straight answers

FAQ

What does the power rating (UL, L, M, MH) actually mean?

JDM power letters often run lighter than the same letter on a US or Australian blank. The honest spec is the lure-weight range in grams on each listing — match that to what you throw, and use the letter as a tiebreaker.

How do I read Japanese rod lengths?

Japanese lengths are written in feet and inches as a decimal: 6.6 reads as 6 feet 6 inches, not six-point-six feet.

One-piece or multi-piece for travel?

Two-piece and telescopic travel rods pack shorter and ship more easily. One-piece blanks feel cleaner, but long parcels can attract courier length surcharges and some carriers route them more slowly.

What warranty or service do imported rods have?

There is no local service centre for a JDM rod. Repairs go back to Japan, usually with a fee and a multi-week turnaround — we state that plainly so you can weigh it before you buy.

Will a one-piece rod cost more to ship?

It can. Long parcels attract courier length surcharges on some routes and can move through fewer carriers. Any shipping cost shows at checkout before you pay — no surprises after the order.