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Thomas & Thomas is excited to announce the release of the highly anticipated Avantt II, a fully redesigned second generation of T&T’s acclaimed Avantt series.
These fast-action rods incorporate five different premium fibers bound together by our proprietary aerospace resin system. Aligning these fibers at strategic angles as we roll Avantt II blanks improves strength while enhancing recovery and damping, allowing for precise tip control. With highly balanced tapers designed to optimize these advanced materials, the Avantt II loads with unmatched smoothness and efficiency, generating high line speeds and making accurate casts at all distances seem virtually effortless. Components have been carefully selected to maximize performance and comfort, including a new Special Wells Grip.
Please Note: All T&T rods are handcrafted in Greenfield, MA. Please allow up to 2 weeks for our craftsman to build your rod. Some models may be available sooner.
Features:
- Smooth, Fast Action
- New Flor grade Special Wells grip on all models
- Matte gunmetal reel seat hardware with T&T’s trademark roll-stamped logo
- Sustainably sourced burled wood spacer
- Black Chrome Snake Brand Universal Snake Guides, with black titanium-frame stripping guide with Zirconia ceramic insert.
- Black hook keeper and gunmetal winding check
- Dark “T&T Blue” Semi-Gloss Finish Blank
- Chestnut color wraps with Spring Green accents
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Model |
Sections |
Action |
Length |
Line |
Handle Configuration |
|
863 |
4 |
Fast |
8' 6" |
#3 |
Special Wells Grip |
|
864 |
4 |
Fast |
8' 6" |
#4 |
Special Wells Grip |
|
904 |
4 |
Fast |
9' |
#4 |
Special Wells Grip |
|
905 |
4 |
Fast |
9' |
#5 |
Special Wells Grip, |
|
906 |
4 |
Fast |
9' |
#6 |
Special Wells Grip Optional 1" Fighting Butt Metal Reel Seat Option Available |
|
966 |
4 |
Fast |
9' 6’’ |
#6 |
Special Wells Grip 1" Fighting Butt |
|
907 |
4 |
Fast |
9' |
#7 |
Special Wells Grip 1" Fighting Butt Metal Reel Seat Option Available |
|
1003 |
4 |
Fast |
10' |
#3 |
Special Wells Grip 1" Fighting Butt |
|
1004 |
4 |
Fast |
10' |
#4 |
Special Wells Grip 1" Fighting Butt |
|
1005 |
4 |
Fast |
10' |
#5 |
Special Wells Grip 1" Fighting Butt |
|
1006 |
4 |
Fast |
10' |
#6 |
Special Wells Grip 1" Fighting Butt |
Customer Reviews
I really like this rod. I have used it on both still and rivers. Casts well at longer distances,great action and tippet protection. Landed 11 rainbows this evening on 5.5x without a single break off.
I bought an Avantt a couple of years ago as my rod for my 6/7 Bauer RVR. I had another premium rod for my NV-G reel. It was heavier and much stiffer than my Avantt, and wasn’t enjoying it as much so I decided to get the new Avantt II. Both of these rods are a pleasure to cast and the quality is second to none. I tend to stick with what works and that is true with my T&T Avantt rods. I will never buy any rods other than T&T, they are a dream to cast and feel great in your hand. I especially love the new Flor grade Special Wells grip on the new Avantt II rods. Now both my dry fly and nymphing rigs have the rod you will eventually own. Thank you T&T.
The Avantt 2 8’6” 3wt is hands down the best 3wt ever made. Throws absolute darts, beautiful loops that punch your fly wherever you point your rod, all with amazing feel. You don’t want to stop false casting this rod. I reach for this rod over all my 3wts, including some prestigious friends models. If you want a dry fly rod that feels like a 3 wt and can lay down a fly as gentle as you want but still has the bottom end to really launch a fly and handle bigger fish this is it
I bought the 10ft 6 wt last year for my annual pilgrimage to the White river in Arkansas. Smooth powerful light in the hand. I liked it so much I bought the 4wt to give me a perfect set for travel anywhere in the lower 48. With a 4 and six weight I'm ready for the caddis hatch this may, and the shad kills in October and everything in between. I've owned many rods in my 50+ years on the water. The Avantt II is one of the best tapers I've ever cast. Certainly, on the quick side but so smooth it keeps that more medium feel that I love, powerful and plenty of backbone, but plenty flexible to protect tippet. Not as relevant to me but they are also dang pretty. -Marty
