The Black Cat Battle Cat Elite Bank Rods are a limited-edition three-rod catfish range from German specialist brand Black Cat, each model individually numbered and hand-signed by Stefan Seuß. Only 100 rods are made per model, so UK availability is tight once stock moves.
The blank is built from dual-modulus carbon, combining 24-ton and 30-ton material in one construction so the designer can place stiffer or more flexible fibre exactly where it is needed. Black Cat spec a fast action, which loads mainly in the upper section for quick hook sets and good sensitivity when a cat takes.
Three models are offered: a 2.80m rated 180-300g (475g rod weight), a 3.00m rated 600g (525g), and a 3.20m rated 200-400g. The 3.00m 600g model is purpose-built for heavy static deadbait or livebait work with big leads, while the flanking models cover lighter, more finesse catfish tactics.
Fuji GM SIN guides and a Fuji DPS reel seat handle the heavy lines and extreme loads catfish generate. The rear handle is premium cork, the foregrip EVA with X-Wrap coating for grip when wet. Each rod comes with a 600D Oxford fabric rod bag. Priced around the £170-£180 mark, the Elite Bank sits at the premium end for a brand with limited UK retail presence, and the numbered limited-edition format means if you want one, acting sooner rather than later is sensible.
| Lengths | 10ft |
| Feature | What this means |
|---|---|
| Available Models | Three rods to choose from: 2.80m rated 180-300g (rod weight 475g), 3.00m rated 600g (rod weight 525g), and 3.20m rated 200-400g. The range covers lighter, more finesse catfish work through to heavy static bottom fishing with big leads or feeders. |
| Blank: Dual-Modulus Carbon (24/30 Ton) | The blank is built using two different grades of carbon fibre, 24-ton and 30-ton, combined in one construction. Using two grades allows the rod designer to place stiffer or more flexible material exactly where it is needed, giving a better balance of strength and feel throughout the blank. |
| Action: Fast | A fast action rod bends mainly in the upper section of the blank rather than through the whole rod. This gives you quick, powerful hook sets when a catfish takes, and good sensitivity for feeling what is happening at the end of your line. |
| Transport Length: 1.91m | When broken down, the 3.00m model packs to 1.91m. That is still a long piece of kit, so make sure you have a vehicle and rod bag that can accommodate it before buying. |
| Guides: Fuji GM SIN | Fuji GM SIN guides are a well-regarded, robust guide series from one of the most trusted names in rod fittings. They are well suited to the heavy lines and braids used in catfish fishing, where guide quality and durability really matter. |
| Reel Seat: Fuji DPS | The Fuji DPS is a proven, heavy-duty reel seat that locks your reel on firmly and stays put even under the extreme loads a large catfish can generate. It is a practical, no-nonsense fitting you can rely on. |
| Rear Handle: Premium Cork | A cork rear handle is comfortable to hold during long sessions and gives a traditional, quality feel. Cork also transmits vibrations well, so you can feel more of what is happening through the rod while it is in your hands. |
| Fore Grip: EVA with X-Wrap | The EVA foam foregrip is finished with an X-Wrap coating, which is a crosshatch binding that adds texture and grip. This is particularly useful when your hands are wet or the rod is under heavy load from a big fish. |
| Included: 600D Oxford Cloth Rod Bag | Each rod comes with a rod bag made from 600D Oxford fabric, which is a tough, densely woven material that resists abrasion and moisture. It keeps the rod protected in transit and during storage without needing to buy a bag separately. |
| Limited Edition: 100 Per Model, Numbered and Signed | Only 100 rods are made per model, each individually numbered and hand-signed by Stefan Seuß, a well-known figure in European catfish angling. Once they are gone, they are gone, so if you want one, it is worth acting sooner rather than later. |
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Three models: 2.80m rated 180-300g (rod weight 475g), 3.00m rated 600g (rod weight 525g), and 3.20m rated 200-400g. The 2.80m and 3.20m suit lighter catfish work and versatile deadbaiting; the 3.00m 600g model is purpose-built for heavy static bottom fishing with big leads or feeders.
Fuji GM SIN ring guides and a Fuji DPS reel seat. Both are heavy-duty fittings from Fuji's trusted catfish-capable ranges, designed to handle the heavy lines, braids, and extreme loads that large catfish generate without failing under pressure.
A 600D Oxford fabric rod bag. The bag is tough, abrasion-resistant, and moisture-resistant, so you can transport and store the rod without needing to buy a separate case.
Yes, only 100 rods are made per model. Each rod is individually numbered and hand-signed by Stefan Seuß, a well-known figure in European catfish angling. Once the run sells out, no more will be produced.
Fast action. The blank bends mainly in the upper section, giving quick, powerful hook sets when a catfish takes and good sensitivity for feeling what is happening at the end of your line during the fight.
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