Core Series MB873 | The Long-Range Workhorse

7'3" | MH | Fast | 10–17 lb | 1/4–3/4 oz

The Reach Advantage

The MB873 takes everything you love about the MB843 and extends the playing field. Three extra inches of blank length creates a larger casting arc, launching lures further with less effort while giving you superior line management once the bait hits the water. When your fishing demands long-distance casts across grass flats, open flats, or deep-water ledges — this is your rod.

Better Sets. Better Control.

Length equals leverage. When a fish strikes at the end of a long cast, you need to move a lot of line to drive the hook home. The MB873 picks up that slack instantly. Once pinned, the 7'3" frame gives you more swing to lead a fish away from bridge pilings, thick grass, or timber.

The MB873 is for the angler who wants the versatility of a Medium Heavy but needs the distance and hook-setting leverage that only a 7'3" blank can provide.

Primary Techniques

Deep Texas Rigs & Jigs — increased sensitivity and hook-setting power at depth
Carolina Rigs — ideal length for casting long leaders and maintaining bottom contact
Large Spinnerbaits — extra leverage for ripping baits through submerged vegetation
Swim Jigs — cover massive amounts of water and check the bait with ease

What Else This Rod Can Do

MB873 — 7'3" MH Fast Casting. The "Long-Range" Power Tool.

Freshwater Techniques

Black Bass: Deep-water Carolina Rigs or bombing a swimbait across a grass flat.
Largemouth/Smallmouth: Sweeping hooksets on long-distance Texas Rigs.
Pike: Working walk-the-dog topwaters over deep weed edges.
Steelhead (Casting): Throwing spoons or spinners in large river systems where you need distance and leverage.

Inshore Saltwater Techniques

Redfish (Bull Reds): Long-distance casting on open flats where fish are spooky.
Striped Bass: Throwing bucktails or swimbaits in heavy surf or from jetties.

Build Specs

Blank: 45-million modulus 12K Toray carbon fiber — maximum sensitivity, minimum weight
Guides: American Tackle TiForge™ Air Stainless — insert-free, braid-ready, zero ceramic pop-outs
Grips: Dense EVA split grips — tackier feel when wet, built for long days
Reel Seat: Ergonomic design for all-day comfort during high-repetition casting

Built in small batches. In stock ships immediately. Reserved builds ship in 3–5 weeks.