I forgot the builder's name. I don't know it now, but he was operating as a rod builder. It says #1 and 4.9 in length, but it's shorter because it was repaired after breaking near the butt. There's no problem with the bending. It's perfect for Japanese dace and Yamame trout in Yabusawa. I think it's good for fish under 20cm. The rod itself is made of madake bamboo. To be honest, the craftsmanship isn't very clean. I feel it's a bit rough, with marks from the plane and around the nodes. However, it's still usable. By the way, I've used it for actual fishing three times. It's cheap, so please take a look at the photos and if you like it, please buy it. Fishing type: Fly fishing Features: Bamboo rod