for info on jigs cutting tools log on to stewmac.com thanks joe hope this helps
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switched to threadmaster
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i was going thru some old records and came across a sticker from a loomis rod i bought in the late 70s or early80s it was a loomis boron bbs604 price $35.00. anyone with simular experiences thanks joe
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12 stripper 6-4-4-4-4-4-4-4 tip top the smallest you can getaway with .joe
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which sponsors handle tfo blanks.thanks joe
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#3 try pulling your tag ends tight and cut close they should pop under the wrap .
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as far as the rollers go you can go to a hardware store and get storm door rollers and they can make you some o rings to fit them
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i had both books up for trade or sale at a very reasonable price and no one seemed interested in them (custom rod thread art & advanced rodbuilding)
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is there anyway i could edit or mark an item sold or traded in the buy and sell.also who handles diamondback blanks thanks joe
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custom rod thread art and custom rodbuilding by clemens used but not abused $75.00 + shipping osagejoe@hotmail.com thanks joe
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where can i get a size 28 tip top s.s. thanks joe
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i have both of clemens books used but not abused for sale reasonably email me if interested.thanks joe
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i would stick with rod bond or 5 min.epoxy.i particulary dont like gorilla glue on plastics or graphite mhoi havent had it bond too good.thanks joe
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i use liquidflash by targus flytying pro materials.it was a beastiful finish on it .i used flexcoat with no problems at all.it makes a terrific single trim wrap.
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sorry for dp
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reputation and a superior product should be everyones goal in this business.if you try to make a living in rodbuilding referrals are everything. don't jepordise your integrith by building inferior products and shoddy craftsmanship.it reflects.thanks joe (jmho)
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put on a thin coat.
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i think loomis had one out the no was 601.it was a 1pc mag lite action. it is 6; correct me if i am wrong.thanks joe
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i think loomis had one out the no was 601.it was a 1pc mag lite action. it is 6; correct me if i am wrong.thanks joe
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i will tell you what i did on this subject. i had the person cast his rod as far as he could with a 3/8 sinker and worm on .i took my rod with only a worm on and casted further than he did,was he surprised,he had to have one made,thus i had a sale and a satisified customer all rolled into one.thanks joe
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it will probably be dry to touch,but it will probably reach it's full strength in 24 or less.don't rush when building,and don't take any shortcuts.it takes longer to straighten out a mistake.relax and enjoy.thanks joe
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i am finally ready to attempt to build a bamboo rod,what books would you recommend.and if you have such books would you be willing to trade on them.thanks joe
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all the above is gospel,i would add a copy of custom rod thread art by clemens to my arsenal,
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if i read you right i would apply a coat of cp on underwrap.when dry add guides and cp.when this dries add finish this should preserve the integrity of both colors.thanks joe
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well the old year is leaving us ,wish you and yours a merry and prosperous new year.to all happy rod building and good friendships and good times to all.the only thing bad about being retired is you can never take a day off.thanks joe
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alright christmas is over how many of you are building a rod at this time.i started on a 6'9" 5wt fly rod ,have the reel seat on ,grips shaped.,a 5" yellow underwrap with a feather inlay consisting of grey phesant,and jungle cock feathers trimmed in metallic green.the butt wrap is drying as i type.
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in all my years of building i am sorry to say i have never built a fly rod.my question is other than the stripper guide are all the guides the same size and if so does the line weight determine the guide size.thanks joe
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the next time try building the butt up a little thicker where as the rubber will have to stretch to go on .
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i to started building rods in 1979 after talking to a local tackle shop owner who built rod. i bought both of clemens books,and contacted fenwick about blanks and was referred to custom tackle supply and have dealt with them since.up until this year when we got a computer i never knew of other rod suppliers or places like this .i used to belong to rod crafters in the 70s,then i think they folded
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i don't think a debate on who has the best or worst cork would be approprate .
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