Peter,
Many thanks for the reply.
Its just one of the "...if not all of those..." whom I would like to surrender (with a suitable crossing of the palm with silver - or folding stuff, if you insist!) their Concept.
I appreciate that the rod was designed and built c. 10 yrs ago and that the driving forces were messrs. Marsden and Clay; also that the rod's desirability makes it less than evens that any owner will want to sell.
However, as my dear old ma used to say: "I you don't ask, you'll never find out".
Just over 12 months ago I spoke to Steve Harrison who said that they can still roll a Concept blank for me. I am still tempted, if really necessary, to go that route and to trust that the arthritic fingers may allow me to complete the build. I think it will be a slow and difficult job......so much easier to tempt a willing seller!
Heres some of the interplay at another place:
The Traditional Fisherman's Forum • View topic - The "Fishing Magic" Concept Rod
Thanks again.
Mike