Used Stu Apte Signature Series 12WT - 9'0" - 2pc Fly RodCongratulations! You have just purchased one of my 'Stu Apte Signature Series' Rods. When Offshore Angler asked me to design a series of fly rods and spin and plug rods, I told them that I only had one condition before my name went on the rods they had to be the very best! My Signature Series Rods are made using HMP (High Modulus Performance) graphite. HMP has the advantage of proven performance. It is made of a new aerospace grade graphite that is