Sharpe's of Aberdeen Scottie 11'3" #6–8 Single-Handed Carbon Fibre Fly Rod
is a specialist long single-handed fly rod designed for anglers who want the reach and line control of a switch rod while retaining the feel of casting with one hand. It is particularly well suited to sea trout, large river trout, grilse and light salmon. Description Length: 11 ft 3 in (3.43 m) Line rating: AFTM #6–8 Construction: High-modulus carbon fibre blank Configuration: Single-handed fly rod Action: Medium-fast progressive action with a smooth-loading blank Handle: Premium cork grip with anodised aluminium and hardwood reel seat Supplied with: Sleeve Performance Excellent line mending and reach on large rivers. Powerful roll casting with minimal back-cast room. Handles overhead casting with floating, intermediate and light sink-tip lines. Smooth enough for delicate trout presentation while retaining enough reserve power for salmon and sea trout. The rod reflects Sharpe's long tradition of producing practical fishing rods rather than ultra-fast casting rods. Modern Sharpe's carbon rods are designed to load easily, making them comfortable to fish all day and suitable for anglers of varying casting ability. Best suited for Large river trout Sea trout Grilse Light salmon Loch-style fishing from boat or bank Although 11'3" is often associated with switch rods, this model is intended to be fished primarily as a long single-handed rod, with the option of briefly using the upper hand on the butt during roll or Spey-style casts when extra leverage is helpful. Its design emphasises line control and fishing efficiency rather than maximum casting distance.