ABOUT OLD 18
Built around the way you fish
A good rod starts with how you fish.
Some anglers need one dependable rod for a little of everything. Others want a setup built around a specific lure, technique, or species. We make rods for both.
Based in Texas and veteran-owned, Old 18 brings together military veterans and decades of rod-building experience. We focus on what matters in your hands: feedback, balance, the right action, and components suited to the job.
Our lineup includes American-built and internationally manufactured rods, all designed in Texas, with options for different techniques and budgets.
VETERAN-OWNED
Texas roots. Decades of rod-building experience.
3-YEAR WARRANTY
Manufacturer’s defect coverage on fishing rods.
ACCIDENT REPLACEMENT
1-year discounted replacement program. Terms apply.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE RODS
Randy Beausoleil
Retired U.S. Navy SEAL and co-founder. Randy wanted rods that hold up in real fishing conditions, built for people who value their time on the water.
Jake Brewer
Master rod builder and co-founder. Jake brings decades of hands-on experience to Old 18, from choosing components to the guide placement and finishing on our Texas-built rods.
Brian “Lucky” Riley
Retired U.S. Navy fighter pilot and co-founder. Lucky brings the technical side to the founding team, alongside Randy’s business focus and Jake’s rod-building expertise.
The details make the difference.
Feel what’s happening.
Sensitivity helps you read the bottom, follow your lure, and pick up subtle bites. Rod weight and balance matter through a full day of casting, too.
Match the rod to the job.
A finesse setup and a swimbait rod ask for different things. We offer different powers, actions, handles, and components so you can choose for the way you actually fish.
Make your budget count.
From versatile everyday options to specialized Texas-built models, our range gives you a choice in performance, construction, and price.
We stand behind our rods.
Fishing rods include a three-year manufacturer’s defect warranty and a one-year discounted accident replacement program. Eligibility, costs, and terms apply.