Good afternoon folks, I have some very exciting news that I wanted to share with you. As of this afternoon Scott Parsons, owner of (Scott's Custom Rods & FishSticks) and I have come to an agreement whereby he has purchased the entire remaining portion of my business, Lamar Fishing Products. This will include the distribution of ThreadMaster, ChromaSeal
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Hey guys, I wanted to let you all know that we are making some changes here at Lamar. Last month I was offered a position with a production Rod Company to manage their product development program for their fly and inshore saltwater division. The upshot is that I will also be heading up the rodbuilders blank program, making many if not all of the tapers we develop available to th
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Jim, You're email is hidden....would you please contact me directly via email. Andy Dear
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Billy, Without spending another 5 years on research, my personal opinion is that some of it it has to do with how light refracts off the surface of a dry matte finish thread, as opposed to a wet glossy finish thread. For example, ever notice how a paint job on a car looks deeper and richer just after it has been waxed (as opposed when it's dry and has been out in the sun for a
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To my knowledge it is compatible with any finish. I have tested it with ThreadMaster....of course, FlexCoat, and an older version of DuraGloss. Obviously I hope that you will use ThreadMaster as your finish of choice, but it is compatible with other finishes. I am not going to test them all, because I just don't have the time. Burton, to answer your question, Jim Upton has been doing testing fi
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Hi Billy, Were blending 120 gallons of the stuff on Monday of next week. Bottling will begin late next week, so buy the time it reaches the dealers, it will probably be around the end of the month as Mrs. Hapka stated. I know it's been a long wait for you guys, and many of you are very anxious....trust me, I am as well. It took over 5 years to devolop this formula, and I hope all
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Greg, We have several large OEM's using this product, and what they are doing is using the lite as a "primer coat" because of the added saturation and flexability, then topping with the High Build because it provides better abrasion resistance, much quicker. If all you have is the Lite, then definately use 2 coats...you'll get a beautiful finish. Andy Dear Lamar Fish
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Just as an FYI, I coated 4 rods this afternoon in my shop which was 90 degrees at 12:00pm (forgot to trun the AC on this morning) finish was tack free at 4:00pm. As I have stated before.....ThreadMaster likes the heat! Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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Jerry check you're email.....if you're using the lite, and it's still tacky, it's usually ALWAYS temperature related. I just coated a rod with TML last night at 9:00pm and at 7:00am it was not tacky at all...but the room temp was about 74-76 degrees. I know some of you folks are still gettig some cool weather in certain parts of the country, so be aware of your room temperature. If you're havi
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Hey guys, Some of you may know this already, but for those of you who do not, the AllStar Composites facility in Houston Tx. after over 20 years of producing high quality rods and blanks is being shut down, and production moved overseas. All rods sold under the AllStar name will be coming out of a factory in the orient after July 1st. On a personal note, I was very sad to
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Hey guys, Just wanted to let you all know that MudHole Custom Tackle is now stocking the full line of ThreadMaster coatings & adhesives, as well as our instructional DVD. We are happy to have MudHole on board with us, and invite all you MudHole customers to give them a call if you have any questions regarding the product. Additionally we have added several new distribut
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The problem with cleaning first, then scuffing a guide wrap is that you'll end up with tiny pieces of "sanding dust" that will settle in the grooves you've created via the sanding. This dust will reveal itself when you put the next coat of finish on, and it will look TERRIBLE. So follow Tom's advice, and DO not use a solvent in the last step, but be sure to wipe the dust off with somet
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Hi Shawn, It's not arrogant at all for to say that it's impossible for YOUR batch of TM Lite to be contaminated from the factory....it's simple math. I manufacture those kits in lots of several thousand at a time. So if you'rs was bad, I'd be inundated with emails from other folks around the globe claiming the same thing, and it's simply not happening. Additionally, I should
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Tim, Your post just gave my product the highest compliment possible.....I know you were being a little self depricating in a funny way, but that's what we strive for is to make products easy enough to use that the beginner can achieve professional results. I certainly don't expect everyone to become a dedicated ThreadMaster user, but I do hope that everyone who tries it to at least giv
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Recently one of my Distributors called to my attention that there was a discussion on this board pertaining to some curing problems with ThreadMaster Lite. I'd like to take this opportunity to say that we are expierencing aboslutely ZERO curing/contamination problems with TM Lite. Many of you that are expierence problems with finish are convinced that it is a contaminated batch, or that there is
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Absolutely water based....no solvent. Andy
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Scott, The version you have been using is the same backbone resin as the one I used in the pics just posted, but with some improved working properties (quicker dry, better color retention, especially on Madiera). I think you'll like the newer version even better than the previous one I sent you. One other thing I failed to mention is that the dry film over black thread is complete
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Hey Guys, Just wanted to let you know we are now finalizing the formula for the new ThreadMaster Color Preserver. I have posted some pics. on the photo site at: I know so many of you have been waiting a very long time for this product, and I think you'll be very pleased. We have invested over 4 years of time and research, and quite a bit of money into develop
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The absolute best tool for shaping exotic burl is a stanley sureform file...very inexpensive and removes the material VERY fast, but leaves a nice surface....awesome tool. Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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Hey Guys, Just wanted to let you all know that we just recieved our first shipment of the new "Exotic Burl Cork" Turning blocks. These are 1.5" x 1.5" 12" long SOLID blocks of Exotic Burl Cork. Yes....solid blocks....just like a solid turning square of wood, ready to turn and finish. These blocks offer some REALLY cool features such as: 1. No more
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Along with several other updates, MSDS for all of our products (that require MSDS) are now available for download at: ThreadMaster Technical Specs are available for download at: Best Regards, Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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Note: The above MSDS refers only to pre-fabbed foam blocks we sell here at Lamar....not unmixed unpoured urethane foam in liquid form. Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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Hey Folks, All of my suppliers are now stocking PRE-BORED 4lb density urethane foam blocks, in the 1.5" x 12" dimension. Next week, we will have the 6lb and 8lb in stock as well. Usng a pre-bored foam block, a grip core can be shaped in less than 2 minutes in the hands of a skilled user...no mixing, no pouring required. Also, keep an eye out for some very innovative web tutorials re
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Material Safety Data Sheet HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS None FORM Cellular Solid WATER SOLUBILITY Not soluble SPECIFIC GRAVITY .10 to .60 VAPOR PRESSURE Not applicable FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA FLASH POINT >600°F, similar to Cleveland Open Cup. This material is flame resistant and self-extinguishing; however, it will burn in the presence of sufficient heat and oxygen. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA D
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Hey Guys, I made a post several days ago regarding the foam blocks. We are supplying 1.5" square blocks in the 4,6 and 8lb density. Contact any of the suppliers on our website for pricing and details. 18lb density is MUCH to heavy...probably heavier than EVA. Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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In my article I reccomend using 4lb or 6lb urethane foam in pre-cut blocks. Tom may be using something else for that pour foam he is using. Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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Just to let you guys know, we are now stocking the 1.5" x 12" blocks of Urethane foam core material mentioned in the article on carbon fiber grips I recently wrote for RodMaker. Normally foam like this is only available in large sheets making it quite cost prohibitive. This rigid foam in 4lb and 6lb density is fantastic for use a s a core material under carbon, or as a platform for flo
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Hey guys, Just a few things I wanted to let y'all in on. First off, were releasing a new Exotic Burl pattern called "Baffin" named after Baffin Bay on the Texas Coast. We have a limited quantity of 1/2" rings, and depending upon how well you guys like the new pattern, we look at implementing a larger production schedule in the very near future. I'll try to g
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Shawn, Please email me direct...your email addres is hidden. I have some info. for you.... Andy Dear Lamar Fishing
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Robert, Hot Stuff can be used very effectively to fill cracks/voids etc.....when you're turning reelseats or handles out of wood. Additionally it makes quite a nice finish for small turnings like reelseats and pens. There are some secrets to maximizing the use of CA glue that you'll have to watch the DVD to learn, but basically that's what it's used for. As an aside, Dale
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