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Specifications
| SKU | L842-MHX |
|---|---|
| Action | Mod-Fast |
| Butt diameter | 0.49 in |
| Classification | Saltwater |
| Color | Clear Gloss |
| Length | 84 in |
| Line weight | 8-14 lb. |
| Lure weight | 1/4 - 1 1/8 oz. |
| Material | 45MM Toray Fiber |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Power | Med-Light |
| Tip size | 6 |
| Weight | 1.9 oz |
About MHX
MHX rod building blanks are the culmination of decades of combined experience in fishing rod manufacturing, custom rod building and fishing. Incorporating a series of advanced material & manufacturing techniques, application-specific designs, and warranty innovations, MHX has become the benchmark for quality and performance.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
If it is determined that your blank is within the designated warranty period and failed due to a defect in material or workmanship your rod blank will be replaced for the warranty service fee which includes Shipping/handling.
These warranties are limited to the repair or replacement of the rod blank and does not cover rod components.

MHX Light Saltwater Rod Blanks
Product Details
MHX Light Saltwater Rod Blanks – Built for the Coast, Ready for Anything
Designed for serious inshore specialists and crossover freshwater hunters alike, the MHX Light Saltwater Series packs finesse, sensitivity, and lifting power into a high-performance platform. Constructed from premium high-grade graphite, these blanks deliver the lightweight feel needed for long casting sessions, along with the toughness required to control powerful runs near structure.
Whether you’re stalking the flats, picking apart mangroves, or drifting rivers for big cats or stripers, this series gives custom builders the versatility to dial in technique-specific builds that thrive in tough coastal and inland environments.
Key Features:
- Lightweight, high-grade graphite construction delivers crisp responsiveness with surprising power
- Saltwater-ready durability with a corrosion-resistant finish built to handle the elements
- Precision tapers support both casting accuracy and fish-fighting leverage
- Perfect for custom spinning or casting setups targeting light-to-medium-duty species
Target Species / Applications:
- Inshore: Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, Flounder
- Freshwater: Striped Bass, Catfish, Pike, Musky
Whether it’s light tackle inshore action or big bait upriver ambushes, MHX Light Saltwater blanks bring the balance and backbone that builders and anglers trust.

Get More with MHX
- Protective packet
- MHX blank spec decal
- Individually serialized decal
- MHX sticker
- Cleaning wipe
- Tip protector

Individual Serial Numbers

Limited Lifetime Warranty
MHX Light Saltwater Rod Blanks
Featured Technology

MHX 45 Million Modulus Toray Fiber
Toray 12K Intermediate modulus Fiber of 42-47 million modulus with 853 ksi and an Ultra Resin System.

Ultra Resin System
Hard resin formula works to boost rod blank material's impact resistance, sensitivity, and overall straightness.
Warning: California's Proposition 65
Proposition 65 Warning
CA WARNING.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to https://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Product Chart
L842 / 7'0" / 8-14 lb. / Clear Gloss
L842 / 7'0" / 8-14 lb. / Clear Gloss
L842 / 7'0" / 8-14 lb. / White
L842 / 7'0" / 8-14 lb. / White
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Clear Gloss
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Clear Gloss
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / White
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / White
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Black Pearl
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Black Pearl
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Blue
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Blue
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Copper
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Copper
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Green
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Green
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Gunsmoke
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Gunsmoke
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Light Blue
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Light Blue
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Lime Green
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Lime Green
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Pink
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Pink
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Purple
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Purple
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Red
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Red
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Seafoam
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Seafoam
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Silver
L843 / 7'0" / 10-17 lb. / Metallic Silver
L844 / 7'0" / 10-20 lb. / Clear Gloss
L844 / 7'0" / 10-20 lb. / Clear Gloss
L844 / 7'0" / 10-20 lb. / White
L844 / 7'0" / 10-20 lb. / White
L902 / 7'6" / 8-15 lb. / Clear Gloss
L902 / 7'6" / 8-15 lb. / Clear Gloss
L903 / 7'6" / 10-17 lb. / Clear Gloss
L903 / 7'6" / 10-17 lb. / Clear Gloss
L904 / 7'6" / 10-20 lb. / Clear Gloss
L904 / 7'6" / 10-20 lb. / Clear Gloss
L904 / 7'6" / 10-20 lb. / White
L904 / 7'6" / 10-20 lb. / White
L904-2 / 7'6" / 10-20 lb. / 2pc / Gloss Black
L904-2 / 7'6" / 10-20 lb. / 2pc / Gloss Black
L905 / 7'6" / 12-25 lb. / Clear Gloss
L905 / 7'6" / 12-25 lb. / Clear Gloss
L905-2 / 7'6" / 12-25 lb. / 2pc / Gloss Black
L905-2 / 7'6" / 12-25 lb. / 2pc / Gloss Black
Files & Documents
- 5 stars: 40 (87%)
- 4 stars: 4 (9%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 2 (4%)
This blank is great for inshore builds to throw metals, jigs, and other lures. I particularly like the action for throwing metals or epoxy jigs to bluefish and bonito in the NE.
Blank was exactly what I was looking for got it in a kit as my first build and it was better than I was expecting nice blank great kit
The first rod I built was on this blank! Honestly, one of the best I’ve used. Will buy more of these for my inshore saltwater builds
The rod looks great and the action was great .The customer was impressed with the look and feel of the rod.
All around, a great blank. Casts like a champ and looks very nice. Primarily used for inshore saltwater - had no issues reeling in slot redfish. Works great with all jigheads in my collection.
Ive wrapped several L904 blanks for jigging fluke inshore. The L904 handles 2 to 5oz jigs nicely (verticle drops not casting) Its plenty of backbone to move the jig but loads nicely for keeping pressure on the fish. Great blanks!!
Love these blanks, built well over 200 rods on these and have yet have one fai
Nice lightweight blank for an affordable price. Just got done all the wrapping and looking forward to some inshore fishing
This is my third build using this blank for lake trout jigging rod. Did a spiral wrap on this build. Rod is perfect for jigging 1/4 to 1-1/2 oz verticle jigs and handles fish nicely from 2lbs to 35 lbs. (hoping to test it on a bigger one this year.)
Nice action to the rod very sensitive to live bait and lure action . Very smooth finish to the rod blank.
Love the sensitivity
Like to reach out with it. Extends casting distance by 20%
7’6 medium heavy. can’t go wrong, strong, comfortable, inshore and offshore cast enough well with lure.
i built second one. the blank after completing look like reliable, comfortable
offshore : catch mahi, kingfish, cobia with lure
inshore : catch any fishes with lure , popping cork.
Goes In travel case!
Slays em!!
3-4 guys I’m a panga Cabria, Dorodo’s 20-30 lb yellowtail’s
We are hard on gear!!!
i am very happy 7’6 medium heavy.
- i have bought 2ones 7’6 medium heavy. Elastic, curvy at the top, very lightweight, it cast far, soft, good action, relax action.
- its best choice for snook lure, kingfish, cobia, popping cork, surf, pier….light offshore with lure
- 7’6 mh L904 is great for casting lure. can’t go wrong with it.
without 7’6 heavy is ok, light offshore bottom, perfect popping offshore , many hooks bottom fishing in pier , handle big snook , big ladyfish, giant bluefish . i make it be conventional rod with spinning/ casting guide , Fuji MN medium duty guides, or LSV, ….
- i will buy more
>> from : boyton beach,FL<<
The rods were built for salt water trout fishing in Virginia as Christmas gifts for a grandfather and his grandson. I believe they will be perfect for this. I love the blank and already have 2 more requests. I sent 4 pictures
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