Goose Creek Rods

True Story:

A sweet lady dropped off a reel sometime back. If I remember correctly, I had a few customers already in the shop, so it was busy. As she dropped it off and was walking out, I asked, "What name should I put this in?" At the time I "thought" I heard "Toot". That was not what she said.

I have a customer named "Toot". So I wrote it up with his info. Yesterday it was ready, so I contacted Toot and told him his red Ambassadeur reel was ready. He called. He said, I don't own, nor have I ever had a red Ambassadeur." I assured him that his wife dropped it off and his name is on it. Then I asked him his wife's name. That wasn't the lady that dropped it off. Then it dawned on me.

The lady said "Coot", not Toot. (You can't make this up). I also have a customer named Coot. So I contacted the lady and then Coot and told them the reel was ready.

So now I have as customers, a "Toot", "Coot" and "Cooter".

If I get a new customer and his name is "Hoot", I'm quitting.

At Goose Creek Rods, every repair, restoration, and custom build is handled one at a time with care, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.

As many of you know, I’m retired, and Goose Creek Rods is not a large commercial shop — it’s a craftsman’s workshop built around quality work and personal service. Because of that, I need to keep projects moving steadily through the shop.

Going forward, once your rod or reel repair, restoration, or custom project is completed and you are notified, payment will be expected at that time.

• If you plan to pick up within a couple of days, cash payment at pickup is perfectly fine.
• If pickup will be delayed a week or longer, payment will be due upon completion notification.

For convenience, I accept:
✔ Cash at prompt pickup
✔ Zelle (preferred)
✔ Credit & Debit Cards (processing fees apply)
✔ PayPal (processing fees apply)

Unfortunately, completed projects that sit for weeks or months ties up shop time, materials, and labor.

I deeply appreciate every customer who trusts Goose Creek Rods with their equipment. Your support truly means a great deal, and this policy helps me continue providing the level of craftsmanship and service you expect.

— Goose Creek Rods