The History

Our founder, Fred E. Thomas first crafted rods under the Thomas name in the late 1890's, after an association with some of the other great masters of his craft

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The Rods

The Thomas Rod Company has the perfect split bamboo fishing rod to meet every requirement of today's fisherman. Every Thomas rod is handmade

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The Shop

Located near the historic Penobscot River, our shop is just a short walk from its original location. Nestled in a vibrant area, with the same dedication and charm.

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The Thomas Rod Co. Shop

 

Located near the historic Penobscot River, just a short walk from the shop’s original location, the Thomas Rod Co. began making hand crafted bamboo fishing rods here in Brewer, Maine over a century ago. Thomas rods have been known the world over as the finest fishing instruments money could buy.

We still are committed to creating a fishing rod that will be a joy to own and cast. Since reopening the shop, we continue to work to create bamboo rods that Fred and Leon would be proud to call Thomas rods.

Rods with strict attention to detail in design, craftsmanship and finish.  A fishing rod to keep and pass on to future generations of fishermen.

Hours

The Thomas Rod Co. is open by appointment.

Please contact us by phone at (207)659-3270, or email fethomasrods@gmail.com to arrange a time to visit the shop.

Thomas Rod Company :: 19 Sargent Drive :: Brewer, ME 04412