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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Used Gudebrod Candy Apple Red, Gudebrod Lt. Yellow, and Sulky Metallic Blue. Sulky Metallic is nice thread to work with. When I started the wrap I was surprised that the Lt. Yellow appeared to be white when surrounded by the red and blue.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
This is my first wrap on the second rod that I’ve built. It turned out to be a really good learning experience. Thank you to everyone who answered my questions, and special thanks to Putter for all his input.
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16 years ago
Sam Schalley
I have also found their service to be excellent. Sam
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16 years ago
Sam Schalley
Bob, You can reach me at sams1963@yahoo.com Sam
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16 years ago
Sam Schalley
I'm considering building a few rods that will be used for ice fishing Lake Trout. Anyone have blank recommendations? Thank you, Sam
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I agree with Stan. Sulky metallics are better to work with when compared to other metallics I've used.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I have used both Gudebrod A and Sulky black metallics and prefer Sulky over Gudebrod. IMO, in general, Sulky metallics stay together better and are easier to wrap.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Marvin, I agree with Leon. Putter has a very good DVD which demonstrates how to create butt wraps with braided metallic thread.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I also live in San Jose, CA. and no RM for me either. San Jose must be a little behind with the mail.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
One valuable tool for me has been the addition of good lighting in my work area.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I'm not sure if this is what you're looking for but this link lists the physical properties:
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Joe, at Black Dog Tackle, also carries them. His service is excellent.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Is your Nib file fine or coarse?
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Yes, they're the True-Color series.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Phil, If you're looking for portable lighting check out the Ott-Lite. I have 2 which are placed at each end of the work table. They’re a bit pricey, but the light they give off is fairly natural and moderately bright. I'm not aware of any sponsors that sell them but joann.com has a large selection.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I've had this happen when using too much thread tension.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Andy, does the link you supplied contain the complete list of blank which you have in stock?
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Raymond, Good point. I just purchased a new blank. Thanks.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Thanks for the suggestions. However I'd like to use a section of scrap, to display different color combos choices, for anyone interested in have a rod built from this blank.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Does anyone know where I can purchase some Tiger Eye blank scraps? I'd like to try some trial wraps, with different thread colors, before wrapping the blank I have. sams1963@yahoo.com
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Black Dog Tackle takes PayPal.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Take a look at Fuji's Alconite.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Golden Witch (a sponsor on the right) has a book "Fishing Rods by Divine - Michael Sinclair". I'm not sure if this is what you're looking for but it might be worth checking out. Here's the link (the book is listed near the bottom of the page):
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
When using a white china marker I've had small chunks of it end up on the threads, which is very easy to see when finish is applied. Maybe the marks I am making are too heavy. Does this happen when using a white out pen? Does the white out pen and/or Sharpie bleed?
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Nick, Would you posting a photo of your new dryer? - Sam
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Added the reply to the wrong person.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I've reused Cabela's shipping boxes which have the same print on them as the Cabela's rod tubes and the mail police have not yet shown up at my door :-).
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Michael, Try the search using "cloudy decal". It should turn up similar questions/answers.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
I seen Putter's technique on a DVD he created and gave it a try. It works great.
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18 years ago
Sam Schalley
Ellis, Thank you. I'll try using Flex Coat lite.
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