Name: Expert Series
Brand: Falcon Rods
SKU: EC-4-17
Price: 219.99 USD
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NEW for 2025! The new Experts are completely redesigned from the ground up. With the same great time-tested actions, they are lighter and more responsive than ever. If you have not tried an Expert, now is the time! Developed through close consultation with Falcon pro-staffers, Experts are the latest step forward in precision tuned actions combined with the latest rod building technology. Constantly evolving through testing and feedback, the result is the ultimate in performance. To enhance power-to-weight ratio, we use CrossMatch, our all new, state-of-the-art composite of carbon whose multi-layer, cross-directional fibers boost strength while requiring less material and resin. The result is a rod that’s significantly lighter, incredibly muscular, and considerably more sensitive. Other benefits include superior resistance to torsional deflection. In other words, the blank resists rollover or twist which can help increase cast accuracy. Like all Falcon rods, Expert Series components are 100% Fuji-from the reel seats to the tangle-free K Frame guides. Whether you’re a tournament pro, or just fish like one, step up to the Expert Series.

Falcon Graphite Rods warrants that your new rod will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for as long as you, the original purchaser, owns the rod. Damage caused by misuse, abuse, and/or normal wear and tear is not covered by this warranty.

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MODELS

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Model	Name	Power	Action	Flex	Length	Line Wt.	Lure Wt.	Handle	Price
CASTING RODS
EC-4-168	Jerkbait	4	M	M	6'8"	8-17 lb.	1/4-1/2 oz.	Split	$219.99
This true jerk bait rod has a lighter action to work the bait properly and get the right hookset.
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EC-4-17	Mansfield	4	M	F	7'0"	8-17 lb.	1/4-1/2 oz.	Split	$219.99
The "go-to" medium to light cranker in the Expert line
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EC-5-1610	Topwater/Finesse Jig	5	MH	MF	6'10"	10-20 lb.	1/4-3/4 oz.	Split	$219.99
Our popular finesse jig action takes a new level with Expert technology
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EC-5-17	All Around	5	MH	MF	7'0"	12-20 lb.	3/8-3/4 oz.	Full	$219.99
One of our most popular actions makes a great crankbait rod, but can do almost anything

EC-5-173	Hudson Special	5	MH	MF	7'3"	12-20 lb.	3/8-3/4 oz.	Full	$239.99
The Expert technology takes cranker or buzzbait type utility rod to the next level
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EC-5C-178	Toledo Special	5	MH	S	7'8"	12-25 lb.	3/8-3/4 oz.	Full	$239.99
Darold Gleason won the Toledo BASS Open cranking with this rod
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EC-6-1610	Head Turner	6	H	MF	6'10"	12-25 lb.	1/4-3/4 oz.	Split	$219.99
A tried and true Falcon action, the "Head Turner" is a great pitching rod and can also deliver bladed baits
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EC-6-176	So Cal	6	H	MF	7'6"	15-30 lb.	3/8-1 1/4 oz.	Split	$239.99
Originally designed for football jigs, this Expert can also drag a carolina rig with the same precision
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EC-7-1611	Bayou	7	H	F	6'11"	15-30 lb.	3/8-2 oz.	Split	$219.99
A true frog rod. It's soft enough for subtle action but powerful enough to deal with matted vegetation
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EC-7-173	Amistad	7	H	F	7'3"	15-30 lb.	3/8-2 oz.	Split	$219.99
One of our most popular actions makes an excellent all-around pitching rod
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EC-8-174	Amistad XH	8	XH	F	7'4"	20-40 lb.	3/4-3 oz.	Split	$239.99
This Texas style power rod also makes a great swimbait rod
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SPINNING RODS
ES-3-172	Drop Shot/Rig	3	ML	F	7'2"	6-12 lb.	1/8-3/8 oz.	Split	$239.99
This lighter action spinning rod will fish lighter finesse baits and rigs
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ES-4-17	Finesse Jig	4	M	F	7'0"	6-14 lb.	1/4-1/2 oz.	Split	$219.99
This is our most popular spinning action in Expert form
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ES-4-176	Finesse Jig	4	M	F	7'6"	6-14 lb.	1/4-1/2 oz.	Split	$239.99
A longer medium action spinner for longer casts
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ACTION: UL = Ultra Light, L = Light, M = Medium, MH = Medium heavy, H = Heavy, H+ = Heavy Plus, XH = Extra Heavy, XXH = Extra Extra Heavy. FLEX: S = Slow, MS = Moderate Slow, M = Moderate, MF = Moderate Fast, F = Fast, XF = Extra Fast

*Please note, 8 ft. rods incur a $100 shipping surcharge which is included in the price.

Expert Series

T3 graphite blank with CrossMatch technology

Built upon Falcon’s advanced CrossMatch composite blanks, the Falcon Expert Casting Rods use multi-layer, cross-directional Japanese carbon fibers to boost strength, while requiring less material and resin, resulting in a superlight construction