Fairly new to rod building and having difficulty locating some components. In particular, I am trying to find an agate stripper with a black frame, and, sources f variegated thread. I have done a Google search for the stripper without luck. Also, I have looked at the Fish Hawk thread offerring but would like to compare with other potential options. This build will use a Sage Z-axis 8'6" 4-piece blank. It will have a cigar grip and a black down-locking reel seat. Any suggestions on sources for the stripper and thread would be greatly appreciated.

Regards,

Ray

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Bill - willierods.com



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/19/2011 06:24PM by bill boettcher.

Hard to find black frames but you can come close by using a Birchwood Casey product called brass black. It works quite well on nickel silver, it won't be black satin but more of a gun barrel dark color.

Check out Goldenwitch.com they have blued frame agate strippers and some varigated thread.

Hi
Also check Anglers Roost i believe they have black stripper guides.

Mike

Thanks to all for the suggestions. It looks like I will get some experience with Brass Black.

Ray