My first fly grip
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NFC MB668 MF
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First composite fly rod handle. Rainshadow Eternity 9' 8wt
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Is it just my devices or is there something wrong with the buy/sell page. Curious
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Thanks Roger
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How exactly does one measure single foot or snake type fly guides? Are they the same as ceramic? Thanks as always
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I questioned the same same when I built my first LMX. The LMX blanks have an unsanded look with exposed cellophane spiral look as well. I really like the look and feel. The male sections are sanded smooth for the ferrule to fit into. What Andrew is seeing , I'm assuming, is they sand smooth plenty more than a new ferrule joint appears to need so as the blank ferrule breaks in and wears it has roo
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I'm still a novice when it comes to fly fishing. Why is one better than the other. I'm getting ready to build an 8' 3wt and I was thinking about trying downlocking seat on this one. I've seen a few that look aesthetically pleasing to me. Just not sure why one over the other.
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I'd agree with Spencer. I've built several X Ray and Delta blanks with no issues. I've never seen a need to sand any blank. NFC actually discourages sanding the Xray blank claiming it will take away the crispness bit to each their own when it comes to building rods.
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I hate building for bass fisherman. A rod to them is supposed to be an indestructible tool. They haul in some great fish like a crane. Rods laying on the deck can be easily stepped on. Heavy baits and extremely sharp hooks banging the rods and nicking them. See it all the time on TV. I built a trio of rods for a friend and in a matter of 24 hours he snapped 2 in almost the identical location of t
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Thanks all. I'm not to worried about the wood changing since it is stabilized. I think I will use my thread epoxy.
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Hmmm, who would have thought. Good idea Jim Reinhardt Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I use gorilla glue and love it! > > > Jim
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What is the best finish for a turned burl fly seat? It is stabilized and I'm looking for a nice gloss finish. Is epoxy acceptable or permagloss. Thanks as always
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Thanks for all the advice. Seems I was heading in the right direction with my logic in my mind. I'm ready to tackle it now.
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How do you turn a grip that has wood and cork. Do you turn the wood first? I've noticed when I shape mixed corks the plain cork want to shape much quicker. Just wondering about any tricks I guess before I do my first attempt. Thanks as always
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I have always put a "base layer" prior to putting on the decal. It's always produced a quality application for myself. Never had one lift either or used CP. Just me
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My last order was a 2 weeks ago. 5 days from order to received. But I've never had long wait times in the past. I did however receive an email forewarning me about rising cost of materials.
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Thanks. I was wanting to use bungee and ferrules. I'll probably have to make my own
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I searched and only found a few posts. I know it's a little off topic but Has anyone made a multi piece wading staff and if so what did you use. I'd like to make one for a customer but not sure what to use. Thanks as always Mark
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Michael, when you move over to DC you'll ask yourself why you didn't do it sooner. Roger hooked me up.
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I'm a fan of the hydra hook keeper for the bass rods I build.
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Gentlemen, as always. Thank you. I have a few possible stabilized inserts I've turned. I've never fished in salt so I wasn't sure. My customer probably knows but I just want to be certain
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More questions on the fly stuff today. I have a guy looking for an 8wt fly rod and he said he will be using it in salt water. What do I need to look for in the seat? Will a standard wood insert style be okay ? I was planning on REC titanium guides. Will there be any issues with cork? Thanks Mark
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Tom and Michael, I kind of figured what both of you have stated. I have been going of mfg suggested sizing and have been pretty much spot on. I was just wondering though.
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Is there a standard for fly reel seat sizes? What makes a seat "ideal" for a certain wt rod? Som many beautiful seat options with fly seats I am finding it challenging when I research them. Lots of suggestions but I do know as a custom builder we can go outside the box Thanks as always, Mark
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Here's a Longshot but maybe try Larry Tobin at lrtgroup@comcast.net he sells a few different label printers and may be able to help.
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He is looking somewhere 6-12 lb ish line 1/4- 3/4ish lure steelhead salmon
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I have a guy wanting a travel rod. He wants a 3 pc medium with fast action. He is a private plane pilot and wants something to take with him. Spends a lot of time in Alaska. MHX is all I seem to come up with so far in that length. Any other direction you can point me in. Thanks as always
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Nice find Billy. That is pretty cool.
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Thanks Tom. I should have mentioned all are 9' as far as the 8wt goes with these rods line weight is kind of a moot point. They will be used for steelhead Chuck and Duck and Indy rigs.
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