Hi. I'm using regular black thread because I prefer it's deeper color over the black NCP. I do not use CP. however I'm having the polished glossy color of the blank bleed out from under the black thread. Has anyone tried to color the blank underneath the wrap with say, a black permanent marker ? Do not wish to use CP. thanks.

Have you considered black metallic thread?

Don Becker

Hi Alistair,

I don't use CP either, and my experience solving this issue has been to use larger sized black thread, instead of coloring the blank. Well packed, I don't notice the difference in thread size.

Another option for you to consider.

Take care,

Chris

Alistair,

What color is the blank?

Is this a gray/graphite colored blank? I'd be inclined to approach this problem by more aggressively packing your threads against each other. If the blank is starkly lighter, you can try an underwrap in black or mix up some finish with black pigment and apply an undercoat of that in the wrap area then follow either with your black top wrap. Black paint undercoat is also an option.



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What color is the blank underneath your wrap?

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I often paint under the wraps, usually with either silver or gold, however, there is no reason you can't paint black. I use a good quality spray paint and mask off everything but the area directly under the blank. You have to be careful with the tape you use to avoid bleed under the edge.

The blank is a St Croix SCIII - color is Carbon Pearl Finish (standard SCIII color).

Okay, I think a couple or three of the above suggestions will take care of your problem. Certainly packing your thread together is going to help a great deal. If you back off just a tad on your thread tension (don't compromised the integrity of the guide wrap by coming off too much) that will allow the thread to be packed more densely. Moving to size B or C will certainly help, if you think the rod can handle that bit of tiny extra bulk. Nothing wrong with using slightly larger thread on the butt area and smaller size A from halfway up. And, of course, painting the underlying area may negate both of the above. You certainly have some options.

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If you use black metallic and pack it tightly, you will not have a problem. If you still have a problem, you're not doing one or the other or both.

Great. Thanks for your suggestions!