Jean-Charles Claudel

Jazz Fishing Rods

St Pierre Le Vieux, France

Pro. Rodbuilder

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A fisherman from an early age, I discovered rodbuilding around ten years ago.
The idea of building my own rod, of not compromising on what I was looking for in a rod, in order to find the perfect tool for the fishing I wanted to do, was inevitably tempting!
Whatever technique I used, I could see the potential it offered, and it became an addiction.
Since 2018, I've created the Jazz Fishing Rods brand and set myself up as a professional rigger. Being an artisan d'art (cutlery forger), this rod assembly business has become my second main activity.
Since then, I've built over 1,000 rods for my customers. Mainly for lure fishing and Fly fishing, my favorite sports.
I'm located in southern Burgundy, in Saône-et-Loire, in the heart of the Charolais-Mâconnais-Beaujolais region.
My customers come from all over France, and from neighboring countries (Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg...).
If you're looking for a rod, we'll work together to define your exact requirements, so that we can find the perfect tool, both technically and aesthetically.
I'll create the rod of your dreams, within your budget (as far as possible).
I can also repair, change Guides or customize your own rods (change of handle, multi-strand modification, spiral casting, etc.).
I ship all over France and abroad, whether multi-strand or One-piece.

I also offer rodbuilding training courses, and can accompany you if you want to start assembling your rods yourself.

So don't hesitate to contact me if you have a rod project or want to get started!

J-Charles