Blank for custom swimbait rod build...???

[OG_ZILLION]

I was planning to go with a 8' Low Down Customs Production XH for swimbaits. But I found out that Low Down Customs uses Phenix Saltwater blanks for their production series.

I would rather just buy the blank myself and build my own custom rod since I am already planning on getting into rod building.

I am debating between these 3 blanks:
1. Black Diamond Hybrid PHD-809XH 30-80lb $189
2. Black Diamond PSW-809XH 25-60lb $159
3. Ultra Swimbait Classic USB-800H 15-50lb $189

The heaviest lures/weights I am planning on fishing with this rod is 6-8 oz. Phenix does not list lure ratings for the Black diamond/hybrid series. Which blank would fit my needs best...???

I am leaning towards the black diamond as its the cheaper blank but I don't know if it will handle up to 8oz...??? If it can't...30 bucks more is really not that much so I would rather go with the black diamond hybrid than since its rated to 80lb line.

Anyone using these saltwater blanks/rods for swimbaiting with success...???

[Teal101]

I used a Lamiglas 8' XXH Graphite Musky Blank. Works great for 1-8oz which is its lure range. Sweet spot is 2-6oz for sure, but it cant deal all the way through. I dont believe they make them anymore, but any brands Musky blank is worthy of consideration for those weight ranges.

[igl00jx]

Reading the swimbait forums, the guys throwing Roman Made Mothers build on the PHD-809XH or 869XH.
Those two blanks should handle your weight range

[OG_ZILLION]

Thanks for the info guys. Appreciate it. Gonna have to get the PHD-809XH.

[igl00jx]

You'll need to post pictures of the final build