{"title":"Stripping Guides","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStripping Guides — Agate \u0026amp; Stainless Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe first guide your line touches. Make it count.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy the Stripping Guide Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stripping guide takes more abuse than any other component on a fly rod. Every cast, every retrieve, every fish — your running line passes through it thousands of times. A quality stripping guide reduces friction, protects your line, and holds up to years of hard fishing. The wrong one wears grooves, frays leaders, and costs you distance and sensitivity on every cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur stripping guide selection covers two distinct categories — classic agate inserts for builders who want the smoothest possible surface and a premium aesthetic, and workhorse stainless steel frames for builders who prioritize durability and value across any fishing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAgate Stripping Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAgate has been the gold standard for stripping guides since the early days of fly rod building — and for good reason. The natural stone surface is extraordinarily smooth, reducing line friction to an absolute minimum and extending the life of your running line. Available in Red and Green agate with Black or Gun Metal Gray frames in multiple sizes, these guides elevate any build from functional to exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for high-end custom builds, presentation rods, and glass builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural agate insert — ultra-smooth, hard-wearing surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in Red or Green agate with Black or Gun Metal Gray frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple sizes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStandard Stainless Steel Stripping Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt tough for everyday fishing, our stainless steel stripping guides deliver reliable performance at an accessible price point. Available in Silver, Black, and Gun Metal Gray frames in multiple sizes — these guides suit everything from budget-friendly production builds to workhorse fishing rods that need to perform in any condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for trout rods, streamer builds, switch rods, and saltwater setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable stainless steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in Silver, Black, and Gun Metal Gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple sizes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the Right Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuide size should match your blank's butt diameter and line weight. As a general rule: lighter line weights (2–5wt) suit smaller sizes; mid-range weights (5–8wt) suit medium sizes; heavier two-handed and saltwater builds typically use larger sizes. When in doubt, size up — a slightly larger stripping guide improves line flow and reduces tangles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Virgil Rod Company\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBased in Utah, Virgil Rod Company supplies premium rod-building components for builders who take their craft seriously. Every guide in our lineup is selected for quality, consistency, and fishability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stripping-guides-standard-stainless-steel","title":"Stripping Guides, Standard Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless Steel Stripping Guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for performance and durability, these stainless steel stripping guides are an essential component for any custom fly rod build. Designed to handle the high-friction demands of the stripping zone, they provide smooth, reliable line flow cast after cast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_ua7qq_146\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrosion-resistant stainless steel construction — built to withstand freshwater and saltwater environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth inner ring for reduced line wear and friction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-formed frame for consistent alignment and secure wrapping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with a wide range of rod blank diameters and thread sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're building a delicate trout rod or a heavy two-handed spey setup, these guides deliver the reliability your build demands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virgil Rod Company","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ 16","offer_id":47914764697859,"sku":null,"price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver \/ 12","offer_id":47914774757635,"sku":null,"price":1.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver \/ 10","offer_id":47914774790403,"sku":null,"price":1.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver \/ 8","offer_id":47915469439235,"sku":null,"price":1.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ 16","offer_id":47914774823171,"sku":null,"price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 12","offer_id":47914774855939,"sku":null,"price":1.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 10","offer_id":47914774888707,"sku":null,"price":1.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 8","offer_id":47915469472003,"sku":null,"price":1.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gun Metal Gray \/ 16","offer_id":47914774921475,"sku":null,"price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gun Metal Gray \/ 12","offer_id":47914774954243,"sku":null,"price":1.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gun Metal Gray \/ 10","offer_id":47914774987011,"sku":null,"price":1.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gun Metal Gray \/ 8","offer_id":47915469504771,"sku":null,"price":1.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/1508\/9155\/files\/IMG_8580.jpg?v=1775497848"},{"product_id":"agate-stripping-guides","title":"Agate Stripping Guides","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgate Stripping Guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a touch of natural beauty to your custom fly rod build with these colorful agate stripping guides. Each guide features a genuine agate insert with unique color variation — no two are exactly alike. Beyond their striking appearance, agate inserts are exceptionally hard and smooth, reducing line friction and wear for a premium casting experience. 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