Tenkara R16 (Unit 16 of 24): A Limited Edition, Individually Numbered Rod

🏆 Tenkara R16 (Unit 16 of 24), Limited Edition

This Tenkara R16 is Unit 16 of a strictly limited series of 24 individually numbered R16 rods, hand-built and hand-signed by master artisan Mario Díaz Ibarra, “The Fly Fishing Artisan.” Once these 24 R16 rods are gone, this piece will never be reproduced.

Each R16 in the series is a true one-of-a-kind piece: the handle and, above all, the case are entirely unique. No two R16 cases in this series are alike — the case that comes with this Unit 16 of 24 will never exist again.

🌏 What is Tenkara fishing?

Tenkara is a traditional Japanese method of fly fishing that skips the reel entirely — just a rod, a line, and a fly. That simplicity makes it one of the most approachable and rewarding ways to start fly fishing, and a favorite lightweight alternative for experienced anglers looking to cut down on gear.

🎄 The Perfect Gift

Whether it’s a milestone birthday, a well-earned retirement, or a gift under the tree this Christmas, this Tenkara R16 (Unit 16 of 24) is a keepsake built to be handed down — a numbered, hand-signed piece the angler in your life will treasure for years to come.

🎒 The Longest Reach in the Collection

Extended, the Tenkara R16 reaches a full 300 cm (118 in) across 14 telescopic sections — yet closed, it collapses to just 33 cm (13 in). That’s exceptional reach in a rod that still slips into a daypack or a suitcase, so it’s always with you — on a plane, a road trip, or a hike to a remote alpine stream.

✨ What Makes This R16 Unit Special

• 🔢 Individually Numbered: this is R16 Unit 16 of 24, engraved directly on the blank — a true collector’s item, never mass-produced.
• ✍️ Hand-Signed by the Artisan: signed by Mario Díaz Ibarra himself, “Mario Diaz Ibarra · 300 · 14 sec” engraved by hand.
• 🧵 One-of-a-Kind Case: a cream cloth case with a traditional black calligraphy print, closed with a cord and wooden beads — each R16 case is unique.
• 🪵 Composite Cork Handle: hand-selected granulated composite cork, shaped for a comfortable, durable grip.

📐 Technical Specifications — Tenkara R16

• 📏 Extended Length: 300 cm (118 in), 14 telescopic sections
• 📦 Closed Length: 33 cm (13 in) — remarkably compact for its reach
• ⚙️ Material: graphite blank, signed “Mario Diaz Ibarra”
• 🪵 Handle: granulated composite cork
• 🧵 Case: cream cloth case with black calligraphy print, cord and wooden bead closure
• 🔢 Edition: R16, Unit 16 of 24, numbered and hand-signed

🌍 Perfect for These Destinations

The R16’s exceptional 300 cm reach makes it the ideal choice for bigger, more open water around the world:

• 🏔️ Pyrenees & Picos de Europa (Spain): wide pools and larger mountain rivers with native trout
• 🏔️ Italian Dolomites: broad alpine rivers where extra reach covers more water
• 🌊 Slovenia (Soča & Lepena Rivers): open runs and technical currents
• 🏞️ Rocky Mountains (USA): bigger-water rivers like the Big Thompson
• 🏴 Scottish Highlands: wide spate rivers where reach makes all the difference

🎁 Free Gift Set Included

This R16 comes ready to fish, with everything you need from day one:

• 🧵 EVA foam line winder
• 🎣 Braided tenkara line
• 🪡 Level line
• 🐟 2 hand-tied tenkara flies
• ⭕ Line keepers

📸 Photo note: one of the product photos shows the gift set items laid out alongside the rod, so you can see exactly what’s included. This is for illustration only — everything ships neatly packed together, not pre-assembled.

📦 Shipping & Customs

Free Worldwide Shipping (except USA)

Please note: for orders outside the EU, international buyers may be responsible for any additional customs duties or local charges assessed by their country’s customs authority upon arrival.

🛠️ Direct Artisan Warranty

Any question, issue, or adjustment — you’ll always have a direct line to my workshop in Valencia. No call centers, no middlemen: just me, ready to help.

🤝 Why choose a handmade Tenkara rod?

Unlike mass-produced rods, each Tenkara R16 is individually checked and assembled, ensuring a consistent finish and rod action — an outstanding choice for anglers who want maximum reach on bigger water.

🛒 Get Your Tenkara R16 — Unit 16 of 24

Only 24 Tenkara R16 rods exist. Once this unit (Unit 16 of 24) is sold, it’s gone forever — get yours today, complete with its free gift set, and start fishing one of the purest forms of fly fishing.