Jim Crowley BWC-375 Ned Rig Rod Owner’s Manual
- August 29, 2024
- Jim Crowley
Table of Contents
Jim Crowley BWC-375 Ned Rig Rod
Product Information
Specifications:
- Component Blank: MHX Spin Jig Rod Blanks
- Reel Seat: American Tackle CCT AERO Spinning Reel Seat
- Rear Grip: CRB Split-Grip Rear Grip
- Fighting Butt: Split-Grip Fighting Butt with Tenon
- Butt Cap: CRB Composite and EVA Butt Cap
- Guides: MicroWave 20-6 Spinning Guide Set – Finesse RingLock Micro Tops
- Tip Top: Small Hook Keeper – Black
- Winding Checks: American Tackle Rubber Winding Checks
Product Usage Instructions
Assembly:
- Attach the reel seat to the blank following the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Slide the rear grip onto the blank and secure it in place.
- Connect the fighting butt with a tenon to the rear grip.
- Place the butt cap at the end of the blank.
Guide Choice & Spacing:
Refer to the provided guide choice and spacing table to properly position the
guides along the rod blank.
Target Species and Lures:
This rod is designed for targeting largemouth and smallmouth bass using lures
such as Ned Rig, Hover Rig, and Vertical Jig for Walleye.
FAQ:
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Q: Can this rod be used for saltwater fishing?
A: This rod is primarily designed for freshwater fishing but can be used in saltwater with proper care and maintenance to prevent corrosion. -
Q: How should I clean and maintain this rod?
A: Clean the rod with mild soap and water after each use, dry it thoroughly, and store it in a rod sleeve or case to prevent damage.
JIM CROWLEY NED RIG ROD
Component
| Stock #|
Description
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Blank| SJ782| MHX Spin Jig Rod Blanks
Reel Seat| AERO-CCT-16| American Tackle CCT AERO Spinning Reel Seat
Rear Grip| RSG3T-C2T| CRB Split-Grip Rear Grip
Fighting Butt| CFB-2| Split-Grip Fighting Butt with Tenon
Butt Cap| CBC-2| CRB Composite and EVA Butt Cap
Guides| NBMW20-SET-F| Microwave 20-6 Spinning Guide Set – Finesse
Tip Top| NBRLMT-4-5| RingLock Micro Tops
Hook Keeper| BHK-S| Small Hook Keeper – Black
Winding Checks| BWC-450, BWC-450, BWC-375| American Tackle Rubber Winding
Checks
Parts are chosen based on builders preferences.
GUIDE CHOICE & SPACING
Guides| Microwave Finesse Guides| Spacing From
Tip to Ring
---|---|---
1st| NBTC-4| 2 3/4”
2nd| NBTC-4| 6 1/2”
3rd| NBTC-4| 9 3/4”
4th| NBTC-4| 14 1/4”
5th| NBTC-4| 19 1/2”
6th| NBTC-5.5| 25 3/4”
7th| NBTC-6| 34 “
8th| NBTC-20| 44 3/4”
FROM THE BUILDER
- Guide Spacing is based on Microwave suggestion and static deflection
- Overall rear handle length 9 1/4” measured from back of reel seat to butt
- The hook keeper placed 2.5” in front of the tapered reel seat on the underside of blank
TARGET SPECIES:
Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass
LURES:
Ned Rid, Hover Rig, Vertical Jig for Walleye.
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