Fifth weave, slowly getting the knack of thread tension and thread movement. Again thanks to Doc my mentor. Thread- WRAP Anglers workshop B WEAVE Gudebrod A. Finish Flexcoat HB
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This is my third weave and 2nd colour change. This is again dedicated to my mate Doc. I have not packed or tightened the threads this is how it appeared when bringing the threads back to the right side loom. I will post a finished weave.
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Finally got around to do some practice between having babies. This is my second weave and 1st colour change. Again would not have got this far without the help of my Mate! Doc Ski and his wonderful DVD. Thread is E for the wrap and D for the weave, substituting Gudebrod gold instead of metalic for ease of learning. Thanks again Doc, the barra weave is set up in the looms watch this space.
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How are these style of handles constructed.
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I thought I would post this as Champagne corks get overlooked due to their shape. If you microwave a couple of corks in a bowl of water for 10 minutes it expands to its pre pressed shape. I have made several grips with them and have found that they don't change shape or come apart after time. Sorry that it's out of focus.
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First weave, Cobia weave on top with owners initials underneath. Owner is a Brisbane Lions supporter. Finish still to be applied. THANKS DOC!!!!1
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Tom, I know you don't approve of posting none rodbuilding photo's. But everyone would be interested to see Putter's and Peg's new grandson Conner Duane Parpart born 28/6/05 3pm. Well done old boy, send our love to the proud parents.
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Bob, I am sure Robert would have asked MH already and they would have given "the we don't devulge our suppliers", anyway. It is a good question actually, specially for us Australians, with our free trade agreement with the US any thing made in the USA does not acquire duty when imported, same in reverse. Don't see a rumour in asking or a Rodbuilder giving their veiw. For us it is an i
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Tom, Can you give me an email, I might be able to help if you are nearby. Myles bearclawrods@iprimus.com.au
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Ted, Mick (G'day Mick) and I did some tests in the Aussies sun. Keep right away from rayon, it did some funny things. Mick might still have the results. I might have a perfec match to the exist here in maderia, I will cross reference it to the Diawa cattledog. Myles
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Tom, I work with it all the time, it is what you are after, lot harder than the stuff we can sorce here (oz) or in the US. Myles
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G'day fella's, Long time no post. I was wondering if anyone had a jig or an idea on how to rebate cork or eva to suit the Fuji IPS reel seat. I have looked at Ray Jorgensen's mention on his website, but wanted to find out if there is any other way a jig could be constructed. Myles
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Chris the stuff wears off anyway. Specially the way we treat our gear down here.
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Putters way works really well.
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Craig, Can you email me bearclawrods@iprimus.com.au I might have something your interested in. I would highly recommend Graphite USA. Regards Myles Brisbane.
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Do yourself a favour and contact Robert at Fishsticks4U, talk about great service. Myles
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Japanese tackle speaks for itself, reels, components etc. I just wish that the Daiwa products made for the US and Australian market was as good as the product they build for themselves, maybe we should demand the same quality here on our own soils.
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