James, Anglers Workshop, a sponsor, list a great selection of spey reel seats in their catalog and one their website, including specific dimensions (diameter and inside diameter measurements) in many cases. They supply Struble, Bellinger, Thomas and Thomas spey seats as well as a number of other larger seats that may suit a spey configuration. The staff were very helpful in providing further s
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Daniel, I have this blank. Please let me know if you are interested, Martin
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Patrick, Several things 1) in Dan's 2005 catalog Sig V blanks were described as 'Matte sanded (M) or Spiral (S) finish'. Spencer's note provides a technical description that links my use of 'unsanded' to the true description of 'Spiral' (per Dan's catalog). 2) The 'Spiral' finish has a clear finish on the (unsanded) blank surface. Spencer also describes the sanding process that accounts
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I also have the sanded finish, Martin
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I have 2 blanks (3pc 8ft9 4wt Dan Craft SIG V) of the correct vintage, unsanded Let me know, Martin
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You might look at Coats and Clark twisted threads - Oriental Navy, or Blue Phlox - neither is blue/black, but I think Oriental Navy (light blue/navy blue) looks quite sophisticated. I think the your answer depends on which blue you need. Martin
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Joe, I recently purchased a Rainshadow surf blank for my own use from FishSticks4U. I was pleased with the blank, and impressed with the service. I note the Rainshadow SU1502F blank, which may be suitable, is available from this sponsor at a very reasonable price. I chose a slightly shorter blank, the SU1386F, for throwing surface lures and spoons (up to 4oz) to Stripers along the California
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I have used the Dan Craft FT 10ft 7 and 8wts in Argentina for sea run browns. They are both excellent blanks and value for money. A search of this forum illustrates the high regard in which the FT blanks are held. Martin, Brisbane, Ca
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