TST 734C FH-Black Spec
$199.99
| Length | 7'3" |
|---|---|
| Handle | Cork-Full |
| Line Weight | 10-20 lb |
| Lure Weight | 1/4-1 oz |
| Action | Heavy Fast |
| Applications | Spinnerbaits, Buzzbaits, Senkos, Horny Toads, Jigs, Small Swimbaits |
$199.99
| Length | 7'3" |
|---|---|
| Handle | Cork-Full |
| Line Weight | 10-20 lb |
| Lure Weight | 1/4-1 oz |
| Action | Heavy Fast |
| Applications | Spinnerbaits, Buzzbaits, Senkos, Horny Toads, Jigs, Small Swimbaits |
Dan Corcoran (verified owner) –
Got my TST 734C FH-Black Spec this weekend, and I was able to take it out on the water for what was likely my last trip of the year (water temps in the low 50s). I really like how the handle material feels. To me it almost feels “tacky” where it has an added grippy-ness to it where other cork handles don’t have that added feel to it. With the air temps in the high 40s, I felt like I had a better handle and feel on with this new cork compared to my other rods. Assuming all of these test corks are the same material, however, I would prefer the look of the Mossy Swirl. From a functionality and feel standpoint, I think it’s an easy 5 star since it blows my other rods out of the water. Thank you for offering the product testing!
Ron Jablonske (verified owner) –
Got potentially one last 60 degree day, lucky for me the day before my Test 734C FH had arrived so I got to throw it a ton. I really liked the feel of the cork, I felt like it had a little more grit to keep it in my hands. It was perfect temp, so I can’t speak to when it’s hot or cold, but the feel was great. It is a slight bit softer to the touch than my normal 734, but no drawbacks. I like the swirl look of the cork actually. It’s not as “sophisticated” and clean looking as traditional, and I actually thought that was perfect. Once I throw it a few more times I can add more. For now, super glad I made the purchase both the rod and cork are things I approve of.
Mark Aegerter (verified owner) –
I purchased the TST 734 FH Black Spec. This is my second 734 Champion blank, so I knew that quality I was getting. I use the first for topwater, Sammy’s, and I am using this one for 3/8-3/4 oz spinnerbaits. I was lucky enough to get it out twice before this unusual cold snap. Traditionalists might not like the new test cork visually, but I found no quality issues at all, at least these first two outings. I do wear Simm’s fingerless gloves for the sun protection, and they have that rubber sticky feel to the palm, so my skin is not really in contact with the handle, but I agree with the previous review, when handling the new with my bare hand when it arrived, it does have a slightly tackier feel to it. Only time will tell if it holds up, but knowing Gary, it most certainly will and if not, he will come up with a solution.
Best rods ever.