Hello,

 

Have never had a B n M Spinning rod, but am considering either of these two in 8 foot length.

 

    The Difference by Roger Gant

    Buck's Ultimate  (no hook keeper, apparently; surprisingly.  And, smaller number of guides ?)

 

General question:

 

How is the "quality" of B n M ?

(both rods in question are in the $ 50 range)

 

Any general thoughts on either of the two ?

I fish for small crappies and largemouth mainly in a local Pond.

 

Opinions would be most appreciated.

 

Thanks,

B.

Personally I love B n' M rods. I have 3 now and plan on getting another this year, after I see what gift cards I'll be getting when I turn 70 in a month or so!    I like the Sam Heaton's Super Sensitive series. Have 2 of the 7' and one of the 9'. Matched with quality UL spinning reels, I catch a lot of crappie, yellow perch and bluegill with these rods. I've also taken several 2 - 3 1/2 lb. largemouths and one 8 lb. northern pike as well with them. Never had a problem.