I’ve done quite a bit of research prior to purchasing the Falcon Mansfield spinning rod and once I used it ( primarily smallmouth in the Potomac / Monacacy and Susquehanna Rivers ) am glad I chose this rod, it’s reminiscent of the high quality of All Star rods did back in the 1980’s when they were still made in Houston,Tx. Sensitively weight and balance are superior and for the price phenomenal ! I’ve picked up a Dobyns Fury and it felt like a pool cue didn’t like it from the get go but to be fair never fished with one so I can only go by my only feeling when I picked it up. It may well be a nice stick but a little on the heavy side. Falcons cork handles are also a big plus.