I bought a southern crappie rod and I loved it. They are strong, light and very reasonable. When I got it the rod tube was damaged. I checked the rod out and it seemed ok. Should have refused shipment but I didn't. Went fishing and the first fish I lifted into the boat it broke. I believe the rod was broken during shipment. I called Ed Dukes and told him the story and told him I wanted to buy another rod, the the break most likely occurred in shipping and it was my fault for not rejecting shipment. Ed would hear nothing of it. He said he would immediately replace it. I just wanted to let you know that he is a great person to deal with. From what I've seen and heard he makes a fine product and is a fine man. I would recommend him and his product to all you guys.