Overview

The Attwood Marine 66470-7 is a closed-end flush mount rod holder with a 30° tube angle, a black UV-resistant liner, a 2 inch diameter, and a 9 inch tube length. The polished 316 stainless steel tube works well on boats that see salt spray, washdowns, and constant vibration around the gunwale or cockpit.

This is the closed-end style, so it suits enclosed gunwales and similar installations where water needs to be managed below the mounting surface. A gasket is included to seal around the flange, and the tube includes a drainage opening for a 1/4-18 NPT fitting. The liner helps keep the rod butt and reel from rubbing directly against the stainless surface.

Key features

• 30° flush mount angle for a fixed rod position used for trolling, drifting, or keeping the cockpit clear
• Closed-end body with a drainage opening for a 1/4-18 NPT fitting in enclosed gunwale installations
• Polished 316 stainless steel tube for corrosion resistance in freshwater and saltwater use
• 2 inch diameter and 9 inch tube length in a common flush-mount size
• Black UV-resistant polymer liner helps protect rod and reel finish inside the tube
• Gasket included to help seal around the flange
• Optional UV-resistant cover cap and gasket available to close the tube when it is not in use

Installation and fit

Check below-deck clearance before cutting because the tube length is 9 inches, and leave room for drain routing if you are plumbing the closed end. The 30° angle sets the rod at a fixed outward lean, which is a common layout on trolling and general fishing boats where rods need to stay out of the way without adding hardware above the deck line.

This holder is a good match for center consoles, walkarounds, bay boats, and sportfishing layouts with solid gunwale space for a flush install. It also makes sense where a stainless finish needs to sit cleanly against the deck and the rod needs to stay at one set angle instead of moving on an adjustable mount.

What’s included

• Closed-end flush mount rod holder
• Flange gasket