C.e. Smith Fishing Rod Holder

C.E. Smith Fishing Rod Holders: Built for the Water

When it comes to keeping your rods secure and ready to fish, few names carry the credibility of C.E. Smith. Founded in 1967 as a precision metal fabrication manufacturer, C.E. Smith has spent more than five decades engineering marine hardware that stands up to the harshest on-water conditions. Their fishing rod holders represent some of the brand's most refined work — purpose-built accessories that reflect the same craftsmanship applied across their entire line of marine and trailer products.

A Range of Mounting Styles for Every Boat

C.E. Smith offers anglers a broad selection of rod holder configurations to suit virtually any vessel and fishing style. Their lineup spans flush mount, clamp-on, transom mount, and adjustable mid-mount designs, giving boaters the flexibility to outfit center consoles, pontoons, bass boats, and offshore rigs alike.

• Flush Mount Rod Holders – Available in 0°, 15°, and 30° angles with depths up to 10.5", these holders feature stainless steel construction with cast gimbal bottoms and protective vinyl liners. The popular 70 and 80 series models offer a clean, integrated look with beautifully rounded cast bottom ends. C.E. Smith also offers a "screwless" flush mount variant with a sleek, no-logo black liner finish.
• Clamp-On Rod Holders – Precision-machined aluminum clamp-on holders are engineered to create a slip-resistant fit on marine aluminum boat rails and towers. Available in multiple OD sizes (1.315", 1.66", and 1.90" and more) in both vertical and horizontal orientations, these holders include 316 stainless steel screws and are fully anodized for corrosion resistance.
• Transom & Mid-Mount Rod Holders – The single aluminum 5° transom mount model (53750) is a popular choice for anglers who want quick stern access, while the adjustable mid-mount series accommodates 7/8" through 1-5/16" OD rails with a locking hex key sleeve design for solid, rattle-free positioning.

Material Quality and Marine-Grade Construction

C.E. Smith rod holders are manufactured from marine-grade aluminum — fully anodized for functionality and corrosion resistance — as well as stainless steel for applications where maximum durability and polish are priorities. Stainless steel boating and fishing products are sold under the SMITH™ trademark. Structural details like super-strong 3/8" thick blades and rugged welded gimbal bars reflect engineering standards typically found in professional-grade marine hardware. A flared opening on clamp-on models makes rod insertion and retrieval quick and easy, even with gloved hands or in rough seas.

Accessories and Retrofit Components

Beyond stand-alone rod holder units, C.E. Smith supplies a complete ecosystem of supporting hardware. Backing plates for the 70 Series, drop-in swivel adapters (model 53690A), and replacement liners make it easy to upgrade existing installations or keep older equipment in service. This commitment to long-term parts availability is a hallmark of a brand that understands how boaters actually use their gear over multiple seasons.

Whether you are rigging a new build or upgrading a well-worn console, C.E. Smith fishing rod holders deliver the reliability and versatility that serious anglers depend on. Explore the full C.E. Smith brand lineup or browse all fishing rod holders to find the right mount for your boat.