2014-2015 Product Catalog

www.douglasoutdoors.com A FRESH LEGACY

A leading industry engineering and design team have gotten together with a legendary conservation family to bring a fresh approach to the building of rods and reels. Douglas Outdoors did not evolve from a pre-existing enterprise. It is an entirely new initiative, bringing together the most experienced practitioners to found a fresh legacy of new tackle that pushes both the science and practice of . Douglas Outdoors will apply the same diligence and innovation to all its enterprises. Rod and reel design, customer service and our merchandizing programs will bring an improved product and partner to the water and to the fishing business. Courtesy Fred Contaoi

Photo of the Douglaston Salmon Run in Pulaski, NY Courtesy Emily Waldt

PRODUCTS

2 The Argus Fly Reel 3 The Nexus Fly Reel 4 DXF Fly Rods 6 DHF Fly Rods 8 DXS Spinning Rods 10 DXC Casting Rods 12 Fly Boxes 15 Tackle Boxes THE ARGUS REEL

Closer to the fish.

The tradition of a fine looking reel that gets you closer to the fish is a shared legacy for the longtime angler and the next, demanding generation.

On the one hand, it is a beautiful reel, and on the other, as Hemingway said, there is no undue advantage given to the angler.

This is a sporting reel for now and well into the future.

Features & Benefits:

The Argus Reel is a tried and true Made in America product. Hand-produced in upstate New York, The Argus is machined from bar stock 6061 aircraft aluminum. Featuring a standard arbor and reversible click check with rim-positioned adjustment, The Argus has a Marine brass reel foot scaled to fit both contemporary and classic fly rods. Finished in a beautiful type two, steely annodize, The Argus is completed with a subtle laser-textured palming rim. This reel comes neatly presented in a drawstring chino twill fleece lined bag.

ITEM # REEL CAPACITIES MSRP 40008 2 3/4” (3.4 oz) DT2 & 25 yds. 20# - DT3 & 30 yds 20# $395.00 40009 3’’ (3.75 oz) DT4 & 50 yds. 20# - WF5 & 50 yds 20# $395.00 40016 3 1/4” (4.2 oz) DT5 & 60 yds. 20# - WF6 & 70 yds 20# $425.00 40010 3 1/2” (5 oz) DT6 & 75 yds. 20# - WF7 & 100 yds 20# $425.00 40011 3 3/4” (6 oz) WF8 & 150 yds 20# $450.00 40012 2 3/4” Spool $125.00 40013 3” Spool $125.00 40017 3 1/4” Spool $125.00 40014 3 1/2” Spool $125.00 40015 3 3/4” Spool $125.00

2 THE NEXUS REEL

Emerald Finish

Sealed disc drag reels have earned their place. Anglers are moving into unknown waters that are colder and grittier than before.

Fly fishing is an adventure sport. You need a reel fit for non-conforming opportunities to wet your line. Nexus is a light frame reel designed to maximize drag and minimize torque.

We didn’t think we could get it so light.

Features & Benefits: Titanium Finish The Nexus Reel is a sealed, smooth disc drag reel built super light. Machined from 6061 aircraft aluminum, The Nexus Reel is featured in both a Titanium and Emerald annodized finish. Featuring a wide ported frame and spool, The Nexus is prime for simply right to left hand conversion. With a knurled grip drag knob and balanced adjustment, Nexus comes finished, presented in a beautiful neoprene on-rod reel bag.

MSRP ITEM # REEL CAPACITIES MSRP $395.00 40001 3/4” Disc Drag Sealed Reel (3.8 oz) green WF4 75 yds 20# $275.00 $395.00 40002 5/6” Disc Drag Sealed Reel (4.14 oz) green WF5 100 yds 20# $275.00 40003 7/8” Disc Drag Sealed Reel (4.6 oz) green WF8 250 yds 20# $295.00 $425.00 40004 2/3” Spool green $150.00 $425.00 40005 3/4” Spool green $175.00 $450.00 40006 5/6” Spool green $175.00 $125.00 40007 7/8” Spool green $175.00 $125.00 40019 3/4” Disc Drag Sealed Reel (3.8 oz) silver WF4 75 yds 20# $275.00 40020 5/6” Disc Drag Sealed Reel (4.14 oz) silver WF5 100 yds 20# $275.00 $125.00 40021 7/8” Disc Drag Sealed Reel (4.6 oz) silver WF8 250 yds 20# $295.00 $125.00 40022 2/3” Spool silver $150.00 $125.00 40023 3/4” Spool silver $175.00 40024 5/6” Spool silver $175.00 40025 7/8” Spool silver $175.00

3 DXF FLY RODS

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Our first premium fly rods. These proven tapers have evolved over twenty years of design and practice. Say hello to the DXF.

The DXF range is a strong and resonant collaboration of modern action, fresh carbon matrix and a traditional fit and finish. They range from Euro Nymph, Switch and Double Handed rods tailored toward every current angling practice. The Trout, Salmon and Salt models prove the authentic staying power of technical and traditional mainstays. The DXF series anticipates the full confidence an angler requires in the tackle they bring to the water; a reasoned performance approach to the water.

Features & Benefits:

The DXF is made from a high modulus blank and features fishing tapers for both strength and presentation. With a wood insert reel seat and anodized uplock, the DXF also features a AAA cork grip, scaled precisely for each rod size. The DXF features hard chrome stripper frames and snake guides and comes neatly presented in a Cordura triangle tube with rod sock.

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ITEM # ROD LENGTH LINE WEIGHT GRAIN WEIGHT* HANDLE MSRP 20012 DXF 5864 8’ 6’’ #5 2.6 oz A $325.00 20013 DXF 3904 9’ #3 2.9 oz A $325.00 20014 DXF 4904 9’ #4 2.9 oz A $325.00 20015 DXF 5904 9’ #5 3 oz A $325.00 20016 DXF 6904 9’ #6 3 oz A $325.00 20017 DXF 7904 9’ #7 4.3 oz B $375.00 20018 DXF 8904 9’ #8 4.4 oz B $375.00 20019 DXF 9904 9’ #9 5.8 oz B $375.00 20020 DXF 1094 9’ #10 6.5 oz B $375.00 20021 DXF 1294 9’ #12 6.7 oz B $395.00 20032 DXF 2104 10’ #2 2.8 oz A $350.00 20022 DXF 3104 10’ #3 3 oz A $350.00 20023 DXF 4104 10’ #4 3.05 oz A $350.00 20024 DXF 5104 10’ #5 3.25 oz A $350.00 20025 DXF 3114 11’ #3 3.3 oz C $375.00 20026 DXF 4114 11’ #4 3.36 oz C $375.00 20027 DXF 41064 10’ 6’’ #4 4.4 oz 265 C $395.00 20028 DXF 51064 10’ 6’’ #5 4.6 oz 290 D $395.00 20029 DXF 61064 10’ 6’’ #6 4.7 oz 350 D $425.00 20030 DXF 71164 11’ 6’’ #7 5.3 oz 400 D $450.00 20031 DXF 81164 11’ 6’’ #8 5.4 oz 450 D $450.00 *Line Grain Weights represent suggested starting points. DXF

5 DHF FLY RODS

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These days, tackle performance happens with surprising value. The vast offerings of “everyman” fly rods requires the sharpest design resources to breakout from the crowd.

The DHF team was the first to uptick the accessible everyday fly rod to a performance category that challenged the biggest top dogs. DHF is about years on the water. Reliable for the expert and first casters alike, the DHF is a common ground that satisfies enthusiasts. Our wheelhouse, the DHF is a proficient, tough customer in any .

Features & Benefits:

The DHF is made from IM7 blanks with Dura Resin for strength and durability. Carbon fiber insert reel seats with anodized uplocks compliment DHF’s beautiful cork grip and durable fiber cork edges. Featuring power- cast actions and fine tips for tippet protection, DHF features saltwater rods from a seven to twelve weight. DHF comes come neatly presented in a Cordura triangle tube with integral pockets.

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ITEM # ROD LENGTH LINE WEIGHT GRAIN WEIGHT* HANDLE MSRP 20000 DHF 4764 7’ 6’’ #4 2.9 oz A $159.00 20001 DHF 5864 8’ 6’’ #5 3.3 oz A $169.00 20002 DHF 5904 9’ #5 3.5 oz A $169.00 20003 DHF 6904 9’ #6 3.7 oz A $169.00 20004 DHF 7904 9’ #7 4.3 oz B $169.00 20005 DHF 8904 9’ #8 4.5 oz B $179.00 20006 DHF 9904 9’ #9 4.6 oz B $189.00 20007 DHF 1094 9’ #10 5 oz B $189.00 20008 DHF 6104 10’ #6 4.6 oz B $199.00 20009 DHF 61164 11’ 6’’ #6 6.94 oz 290 C $250.00 20010 DHF 7124 12’ #7 6.8 oz 350 C $265.00 20011 DHF 8134 13’ #8 8.18 oz 400 C $295.00

*Line Grain Weights represent suggested starting points. DHF

7 DXS SPINNING RODS

X-MatrixTECHNOLOGY DXS Here at Douglas Outdoors, we knew we would have to develop the best Spinning and Casting rods to make our mark in a crowded marketplace. So, we went to work. Our rod design team, led by Pro Angler Fred Contaoi, built a crisp and concise line comprising of 13 Spinning and 14 Casting rods.

The DXS and DXC rods are the culmination of our design team’s experience fishing in over fifty nations and every imaginable condition. Using our exclusive, new proprietary X-Matrix material, Douglas’ DXS and DXC series is truly premium. The result is 27 of the most exquisite actions that provide excellent strength to weight ratios and stunning looks.

Features & Benefits:

Made from a new and proprietary carbon matrix construction, the DXS and DXC Rods feature pro-actions with strength and sensitivity. Featuring unique Kigan hook keepers, Fuji alkaline guides, EVA high-density grips, custom graphite-spacer inserts to provide a seamless, comfortable reel seat, a ground breaking strength-to- weight ratio, and exceptional tapers for smooth presentations and superb fish handling. The new Douglas Spinning & Casting rods are one of the more exciting new products to come to market in several years.

Courtesy Fred Contaoi 87 DXS SPINNING RODS

ITEM # ROD LENGTH LINE WEIGHT (oz.) LURE RATE PIECE MSRP 30000 DXS 7023MF 7’ 4-8 lb. Test 3.4 oz 1/16-7/16 3 $295.00 This light-duty 3-piece rod is perfect for the light tackle angler on the go. Trout, bonefish, bass, grayling and panfish can all be tackled with this gem of a rod.

30001 DXS 7043F 7’ 10-17 lb. Test 4.2 oz 1/4-3/4 3 $295.00 Bait and lures for multiple species can be fished for with this mid-duty travel rod. Small snook, bonefish, jacks, redfish, bass and silver salmon are a perfect match for this traveling companion.

30002 DXS 785F 7’ 8” 10-20 lb. Test 4.1 oz 1/4-1 1/4 1 $325.00 This in-shore spinning rod will work well for casting bucktail jigs for stripers and surface lures. Jacks, reds, juvenile tarpon, cobia and snappers can be subdued with ease. The added length will make distance casting a snap.

30003 DXS 6822F 6’ 8” 2-6 lb. Test 3.2 oz 1/16-5/16 2 $285.00 Super-sensitive, light and responsive is this 2-piece light-duty rod. Toss lures, bubble and flies with this rod. It also works well for employing the Necco or mid-strolling for bass. Light in the tip, but powerful enough to land big trout.

30004 DXS 7232F 7’ 3” 4-8 lb. Test 3.4 oz 1/16-3/8 2 $295.00 This rod is a great choice for casting lures in lakes and rivers for trout and small-mouth bass. It casts a jig and float well for both trout and crappie. Split shotting small plastics for bass is also a treat with this rod.

30006 DXS 6103F 6’ 2” 6-10 lb. Test 3.7 oz 1/8-7/16 1 $295.00 This is a very light and sensitive drop shot rod. It has a light tip so you can detect the subtle bites as the bass takes your worm. The rod also works well for wacky worming.

30007 DXS 592XF 5’ 9” 2-6 lb. Test 2.8 oz 1/32-3/16 1 $325.00 This is an ultralight rod for panfish and trout. Casts light lures or bait with ease. This is a beautiful choice for the most discerning of ultralight fishermen.

30008 DXS 683XF 6’ 8” 6-10 lb. Test 3.5 oz 1/16-5/16 1 $295.00 This is an all-around light-line bass . Perfect for casting tubes, soft plastics and spider grubs. Lots of power and sensitivity with this light line rod.

30009 DXS 9042MF 9’ 8-15 lb. Test 4.2 oz 1/8-5/8 2 $295.00 This is a 2-piece steelhead specific rod. Light in the hand, it is perfect for bottom-drifting or float fishing on your favorite steelhead river.

30010 DXS 7103MF 7’ 10” 6-12 lb. Test 3.95 oz 1/8-1/2 1 $325.00 This is a super light and sensitive, yet responsive, rod for steelhead side-drifting from a boat. It’s one piece design allows the angler to whip even the largest steelhead with light line. The rod also works well for light-line bass casting of small crank baits. We use the microwave system of guides to increase distance and line control on this rod. 30011 DXS 8103MF 8’ 10” 8-14 lb. Test 4.1 oz 1/8-1/2 1 $350.00 This rod is specifically designed with the wading steelhead angler in mind. This one-piece rod is the best steelhead drifter’s tool. We use the microwave guide system on this rod to increase distance and better line control.

30026 DXS 6103XF 6’ 10’’ 6-12 lb. Test 3.17 oz 1/8-7/16 1 $275.00 This is a shakeyhead and light-weight rod. It has an extra fast tip so you can detect the subtle bites. There is plenty of hook setting power to get through the plastic and get the hook into them!

30027 DXS 724XF 7’ 2’’ 6-12 lb. Test 3.45 oz 1/8-7/16 1 $250.00 Distance and accuracy are easily achievable with this extra fast action bass rod. Jigs, tubes and senkos fish well on this 6-12 pound rod. The rod also works well for saltwater docklight fishing for sea trout, small jacks and snook.

Courtesy Fred Contaoi 9 DXC CASTING RODS

X-MatrixTECHNOLOGY DXC

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ITEM # ROD LENGTH LINE WEIGHT (oz.) LURE RATE PIECE MSRP 30012 DXC 765XF 7’ 6” 15-25 lb. Test 5.45 oz 5/16-1 1/4 1 $325.00 This rod was designed for casting big jigs and Carolina Rig fishing for bass. The extra fast tip makes it super sensitive to differentiate between rocky bottoms and subtle strikes. It is a super choice for medium size Alabama Rigs.

30013 DXC 7116F 7’ 11” 17-30 lb. Test 6.4 oz 2-6 1 $375.00 This rod is specifically designed for throwing big swim baits and Alabama Rigs. It is light in the hand and easy on the body while casting heavy baits all day!

30014 DXC 765F 7’ 6” 15-25 lb. Test 5.45 oz 3/4-3 1 $325.00 This in-shore rod will cast larger baits and lures with ease. A good all-around rod for cobia, callico bass, tarpon and big snook. This rod is a workhorse for big salty fish.

30015 DXC 764F 7’ 6” 10-20 lb. Test 4.6 oz 5/16-1 1/4 1 $325.00 This 4-power rod is perfect for casting live bait or lures for big in-shore fish. Light enough to cast delicate live baits or lures, but with a powerful mid and butt section to fight larger fish. Larger guides are used to allow leader knots to pass through guides with ease.

30016 DXC 7116XF 7’ 11” 17-30 lb. Test 5.1 oz 5/16-2 1 $375.00 This big stick is specifically made for flipping heavy cover and wood for bass. It’s light, long and powerful to pull the largest bass out of the slop.

30017 DXC 715F 7’ 1” 12-20 lb. Test 3.75 oz 3/16-5/8 1 $350.00 Lots of hook setting power for open water frogs, spinner baits, jigs and pitching bulky plastics. This 5-power rod will not let you down!

30018 DXC 9042MF 9’ 8-15 lb. Test 4.25 oz 3/16-3/4 2 $325.00 This is a classic 9’ medium-fast 2-piece steelhead or salmon drift and float rod. Very light and sensitive feel. You can’t go wrong with this rod.

30019 DXC 724F 7’ 2” 10-15 lb. Test 3.9 oz 1/8-7/16 1 $325.00 Whether casting finesse jigs, ripping lipless crank baits or top water fishing, this light-line rod is a true performer.

30020 DXC 684F 6’ 8” 10-15 lb. Test 3.6 oz 1/8-7/16 1 $299.00 A light line finesse jig, J-Rig and plastics rod for bass. This rod is a light-weight skipping and pitching machine.

30021 DXC 685XF 6’ 8” 14-20 lb. Test 3.7 oz 5/16-3/4 1 $325.00 A great choice rod for all around pitching and open water bass fishing. This rod has plenty of power to pull big fish away from cover.

30022 DXC 755F 7’ 5” 14-20 lb. Test 4 oz 5/16-1 1/2 1 $325.00 This 7’5” swim bait, wake bait, football jig and big spinner bait rod casts well with lots of power to drive in bigger hooks. An all- around workhorse for medium size baits.

30023 DXC 805MF 8’ 12-20 lb. Test 4.75 oz 1/2-1 1/2 1 $325.00 This medium-fast rod is well suited for distance casting paddle tail swim baits and the biggest deep diving crank baits for bass. The rod also makes a wonderful flat-line rod for back for kings or stripers with plugs.

30024 DXC 8104MF 8’ 10” 8-17 lb. Test 4 oz 1/4-3/4 1 $350.00 The 8’ 10’’ one-piece rod is a steelheader’s dream with a light, sensitive and powerful butt section. There is not a better steelhead drift rod on the market!

30025 DXC 7103MF 7’ 10” 8-15 lb. Test 3.8 oz 1/4-3/4 1 $325.00 The 7’ 10’’ length makes this medium-fast rod a perfect match for throwing mid to deep diving crank baits for bass. The rod is also our favorite for backtrolling plugs for steelhead. 11 FLY BOXES

Douglas Premium Fly & Tackle Boxes:

Douglas Outdoors has partnered with Plastica Panaro to bring anglers a fine collection of Fly & Tackle boxes. Made in Italy, these boxes are lightweight and angler-sensible, as well as affordable. The M2300 Fly Caddy, leading the series of boxes, won Best of Show at ICAST 2014.

60000 60001 60002 Fly Box with slotted foam Fly Box with flat foam Fly Box with slotted foam 3.34 x 2.00 x 0.71 3.34 x 2.00 x 0.71 5.82 x 3.03 x 0.86 $3.50 $3.50 $4.99

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6003 6005 6006 Fly Box with flat foam Fly Box with flat foam Fly box with slotted foam tray 5.82 x 3.03 x 0.86 3.59 x 2.60 x 0.83 and micro-slit foam tray $4.95 $4.95 6.50 x 4.41 x 1.22 $15.95

60008, micro-slit foam trays 60009, slotted foam trays $28.95 $28.95

60007 Fly Box with micro-slit foam tray and tube fly foam tray 6.50 x 4.41 x 1.22 $15.95 60010 Set, tube-fly foam trays $28.95

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60013 Set, tube-fly foam trays $24.95

60011 Fly Box with slotted foam tray and micro-slit foam tray 9.64 x 6.48 x 1.57 60014 Set, slotted $24.95 foam trays $24.95 60015 Set, micro-slit foam trays $24.95

60019 Fly box with tube-fly, micro-slit and slotted foam trays $32.95

M2300 Plastic Case MAX300 with Fly Caddy Station and micro-slit EVA100 foam in lid

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60017, slotted foam trays $79.95 60018AB Set, tube-fly foam trays $79.95 60016 Fly Box with slotted foam tray and micro-slit foam tray $49.95 TACKLE BOXES

60022 & 60023 Slim tackle box with adjustable compartments $14.95 & $12.95 60024 Double sided slim tackle box with adjustable compartments $26.45

60032, 60033 & 60034 Polypropylene tackle box 4, 6 or empty compartments $2.95 ea. 15 FLY BOXES TACKLE BOXES

60025, 60026, 60027, 60028, 60029, 60030, 60031 Polypropylene tackle box 6.50 x 4.41 x 1.22 6, 5, 15, 3, 13, 10 or empty compartments $4.95 ea.

60035, 60036,60037, 60038, 60039 Polypropylene tackle box 9.64 x 6.48 x 1.5 60043 4, 6, 7, 12 and empty compartments Polypropylene tackle box $2.95 Adjustable Compartments 10.87 x 7.40 x 1.77 $17.95

60041 & 60042 60044 Polypropylene tackle box Polypropylene tackle box 12.80 x 10.04 x 2.20 10.87 x 7.40 x 2.95 14, 21 and empty compartments Adjustable Compartments $18.95 $24.95 13 16 Colors may vary from shown. No tackle included in purchase of box. CONTACT DOUGLAS

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