摘要 |
<p>Fishing rods are molded with integral line guides (24, 25, 26) or line guide stanchions for attaching conventional or only slightly modified line guides. The preferred line guides are made of metal or ceramic guide inserts in metal frames with one or two support feet. The molding process facilitates the automated manufacture of rods with line guides in proper alignment and positioning. The handle grip (21) of the blank can be molded to form an integral foregrip (19) and/or reel seat (16).</p> |