What is the difference between the FMJ, GFX, and Hog Seeker rods?

Hello and thanks for your interest in our rods!

Our GFX and FMJ rods use the same rod blank and eyes, so the two models we carry are going to perform almost identical to each other.

The biggest difference between the GFX and the FMJ rods will be the reel seats. The GFX feature our graphite carbon composite reel seat while the FMJ features an aluminum reel seat.

The other big difference will only be on the casting version of the rods. The GFX features the finger trigger, but the FMJ model does not come with the finger trigger on the casting rods.

Our Hog Seeker rods are a full S-Glass blank. While they might not be as sensitive as the GFX and FMJ rods, they make up for it in their strength. They feature a graphite reel seat like our GFX rods so the casting version will have the finger trigger as well.

For more detailed specs on all of our rods, you can download our rod buying guide at the link below!

WST Rod Buying Guide

Feb 10, 2026

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