The first step to making a custom fly rod starts with picking a reel seat. We have tried to make this step easier for you by grouping our reel seats by the recommended line weight that each seat is most suited. Within each category there will be different seats with different price points. German nickel silver seats are usually more expensive than aluminum seats and have finer threading, but both kinds are perfectly functional.Titanium seats and solid anodized aluminum seats are recommended for saltwater fishing. Many seats have different wood choices which are just a matter of personal preference.