Sheesh! Thanks for the headsup. While not the same rod (Cabela's phased out their longer rods in the FEII a while ago and the blanks are different- possibly now foreign made blanks?), can't argue with the reality.
Did you notice they charge more for the rod building kits than the factory rod?

When I think of it, I built that rod out in '96. It probably has about 6 hours of fishing time on it, total.

You're right. I'll drop the price to 55.00 + shipping. Beat's laying around in the closet.