I just need some clarification on the correct glue for cork rings. I have titebond III wood glue and U-40 Rod bond. Which would you use for gluing the cork rings together on the mandrel.
Thanks

I haven't built many grips, but I used Titebond lll, but you could use Rod Bond if you wanted to. Oh and I put a light coat of wax on the mandrel before sliding on the rings.

Rick,
There are many who use a quality glue such as TiteBond 3 and an ~equal number who use an epoxy such as RodBond. Apparently, both work; it is up to the user to determine which is best for them. Personally, I use RodBond but that is not to say that TiteBond will not achieve adequate results; it is simply what works for me and hence, use it. Basically, I trust an epoxy over glue.

Mark Talmo
FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE.

I use Titebond 3 if the grip is all cork, and/or wood. If other materials such as plastic is in involved, I use epoxy.

ive had zero issues with titebond III for cork/burl cork/rubberized cork rings.

Great advice above!

I, too, use TB3 only on cork, wood, and burl. If you just wanted ONE adhesive, instead of two, Rod Bond for sure because it handles all those materials plus EVA, foam arbors, reel seats, on and on... The TB3 is easier to clean up for me - I use a little soap, water, and a sponge. Rod Bond is not hard to clean up either, but I need to use alcohol to wipe off the excess. If using RB on cork, I apply a super thin coat with a metal spatula to both surfaces, then rotate the rings to 'smear' the two surfaces together.

And yes, WAX that mandrel thoroughly. I use a simple candle and/or paste wax. When you ream the cork to fit the blank, the wax will be removed.