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4 years ago
Ever Kipp
Hi! I've been on a long quest to find a solution that works for me for signing blanks. I've tried ink and nib, fancy permanent markers, various pencils, etc. The local art store has been very helpful throughout the process, and just last week they recommend an oil pen from the company Molotow called "Liquid Chrome". I tried it out on a scrap piece of shiny blank. It's a perfe
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4 years ago
Ever Kipp
Just going to add more praise for RodGeeks. I've built a MH bass rod and an UL trout rod on their blanks and I've been very impressed by both the sensitivity and the quality of the finishes.
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5 years ago
Ever Kipp
gary Marquardt Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I have what you are seeking. Pm me will do! edit: I can't figure out how to send PMs within this forum. I'll email you.
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5 years ago
Ever Kipp
Tim Kelly Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Only secret source I know of would be a parts rod. Yeah, I've seen a few and have that in mind as a last resort.
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5 years ago
Ever Kipp
Hello Rod Builders! By way of introduction, my name is Ever and I tinker at rod building. I'm a dozen rods in, and seem to be finding my way - thanks in large part to this forum. So, thank you all so much for sharing your knowledge! A friend of mine has asked me to restore a 1953 W&M “All American” Model 3-A fly rod for him. It was his grandfathers. It’s in great shape, apart from a crac
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