KISTLER Custom Fishing Rods

Chromium Shakyhead, Tube, Spy Bait Spinning Rods

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$300.00
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Cast or Spin: Spinning
Power: Lite Medium Heavy
Length: 7'0"
2 Week Delay for Engravings or Labels
Engraving

Engraving - $20 Details

Note: placement of custom engraving goes between handles.

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Tradition Meets Innovation—Fish with the Chromium.

The KISTLER Chromium Rod combines tradition with modern performance, delivering a rod that looks as good as it feels. Built for anglers who value classic design but need the strength and precision of today’s technology, the Chromium offers smooth control and durability. With its chrome-inspired aesthetics and rugged performance, this rod is perfect for those who want both style and substance in their fishing gear. It's tradition, reinvented.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping
Fast and Reliable Shipping via UPS Ground 1-4 Days.

Returns & Exchanges
Use your Kistler! Not satisfied? FREE returns and exchanges within 30 days.

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specs

Cast or spin

Spinning

Length

7'0"

Power rating

Lite-Medium-Heavy

Model number

Cr-sts-70-lmh

Action

Fast

Blank

Kistler kc8+ 100% japanese carbon by toray-extreme high modulus

Weight

.3.5 ounces

Structure

Open water or sparse or heavy cover

Guides

Kigan guides – stainless steel with coalite ring inserts

Reel seat

Fuji graphite exposed trigger

Handle type

Full cork

Length of handle

9” measured from the bottom of the reel seat to the bottom of the butt cap

Line wt

12 - 15 lb mono/florocarbon

Lure wt

1/8 - 5/8 oz

Traditional Style
Strength & Leverage
Versatility
Sensitivity
Signature+ Sensitivity

Built for Leverage, Designed for Tradition.

Tradition meets innovation.

Masculine Aesthetic

With a sleek, chrome finish and classic gunmetal look, this rod appeals to those who love rugged, traditional designs that still feel refined and professional. Average weight 3.5oz

Guides

Kigan guides – stainless steel with coalite ring inserts

Strength and Leverage

Built with longer handles and a solid, chrome-inspired design that provides more control and leverage when fighting fish, giving anglers a powerful advantage.

Reel Seat

Fuji Graphite (Exposed Trigger - Casting)

Kistler Smart Grip

Comfortable EVA Foam at top of reel seat for comfort all day long.

Tradition Respected

For the angler who values the time-honored traditions of fishing, the Chromium rod honors the old ways while embracing modern enhancements for a well-rounded experience. KISTLER KC8+ 100% Japanese Carbon by Toray-Extreme High Modulus

The Chromium Fishing Rod

Full Cork Handle Leverage

The "Carbon Fiber Special" rod has turned FULL CORK. Gain more leverage and better balance with a full-cork handle. Now all Chromium Rods built with a full-length full cork handle. Built on KISTLER's KC8+ 100% carbon fiber blank. Unbelievably lightweight and balanced.

KC8+ Kistler Carbon Blank - 100% Japanese Carbon by Toray with a proprietary 45 degree angle overlay construction. Each blank individually tested and approved by hand. Better than ever before.

The Kistler Difference

Why Fish Kistler?

Call us and talk to a real person ready to help: Reuben or Jordan or Trey Kistler himself. Customer service is our priority so you can have your best day on the water.
The hallmark of a Kistler. There's nothing more important in fishing than FEELING what's under the water. That's why we say Kistler is "The way fishing should feel."
Every rod from the KLX to Nitranium is individually stress tested and built by hand at our factory in Magnolia, TX.
Over 25 years in business, Kistler is a team of fishing experts who listen to anglers, and make fishing products beyond expectations.
Every rod is built on its natural spline. Every thread wrapped to perfection. Every guide straightened by hand.

Building fishing rods in the USA since 1999.

Born in a Texas Garage

FAST

Getting your rod to your door in one piece - quickly and securely is our priority. That's why we ship every rod in a thick cardboard tube, securely wrapped in bubble wrap primarily using UPS Ground which reaches most U.S. locations in 1-4 days.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Bend Strong warranty. Every Kistler rod and reel is covered under our 99.5% flawless bend-strong Limited Lifetime warranty. Learn more.

Free Returns & Exchanges on Stock Kistler rods, reels, gear, and apparel. Learn more

Hold Something Special. We design and source the best materials with the very best blank manufacturers around the world.

KISTLER carbon consists of our proprietary carbon patterns using 100% carbon fiber for maximum sensitivity and strength.

That's why we maintain a 5-star customer rating, with a 99.5% flawless performance of our fishing rods, as well as a "Bend Strong" warranty, should something ever happen.

Faith: Our faith in God influences all that we do, as a business and as individuals. 

Family: The family that raised us taught us how to fish; how to work hard and follow our own path.

Excellence: Maybe it’s just how we were raised or how we are wired. But whatever we make, whatever we do, we want it to be the best.

Respect: The world just works better when people treat one another with mutual respect.

Veteran-owned and operated since 1999. Our company was born in a Texas garage. After Trey Kistler returned home from serving in the Gulf War, he went to work with his father building fishing rods. When his dad retired, Trey decided to blaze his own trail. He decided to make an exciting life for himself, his wife and four babies. He decided to create some solid American jobs. And he decided to try and catch as many fish as possible.

So he set himself to the task of making the best bass fishing rod out there. We, and Trey, wouldn’t have it any other way. If his family name is going to be on it, it’s going to be the best. Kistler products are excellent. Period. They are the most sensitive, the most responsive, the most trustworthy. When you hold one of our rods, you know you’re holding something special.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Good in saltwater?

Yes, 100%. We suggest you taking care to rinse and wipe off saltwater after use.

Can you give me a rod recommendation?

You bet! Chat with us in the bottom right corner (chat box). Or fill out the form here.

Can I use Kistlers for Crappie, Walleye, or other species of fish?

Yes, absolutely. Use our search feature to select your "Species other than bass" and recommended rods therein. Shop and Filter

Can I hold a Kistler in a store?

We are 99% direct-to-consumer and have few retail locations selling Kistler rods or reels. We recommend you purchase a Kistler online and try it out! If you don't like it, return it or exchange it for FREE.

Or, come to our shop in Magnolia, TX!

What's your Return policy?

Always FREE returns and Exchanges within 30 days. We want you to try your KISTLER. If you're not satisfied, we'll exchange it or let you return it for FREE. Learn More

What about your Warranty?

We have one of the best-in-class warranties around. We call it our "Bend-Strong" warranty. It's clear as day, and shows you what to expect if something happens to your Kistler. Learn More.

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