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13 years ago
Terry Kirk
Check out the Batson line up. They will have a blank to fit the need.
Forum: rodboard
13 years ago
Terry Kirk
Yes, I was trying to find something really really thin without cutting it. Something along the lines of the old Crystal Kote.
Forum: rodboard
13 years ago
Terry Kirk
213. Epoxies
For those of you who have been using the different epoxies, what do you find to be the thinnest marketed epoxie in todays market? I am looking for one that doesn't have to be thinned or cut with another chemical. Thanks.
Forum: rodboard
13 years ago
Terry Kirk
In your opinions, what do you guys think is the thinnest possible finish currently marketed?
Forum: rodboard
14 years ago
Terry Kirk
Another thing you can use is clear and colored shrink tubing. Since all my tennessee handles are made of graphite or tubing this really works well. Makes a very nice looking locking device and doesn't detract from the looks of the rod.
Forum: rodboard
14 years ago
Terry Kirk
Although almost all my personal rods are tennessee type handles. It seems the few rods that I do have reel seats on, the graphite seats seem to hold their looks longer than the aluminum ones. I'm on the water from 110 to 130 days a year and most of my reel seat rods spend a lot of time in a rod holder, so wear is a greater issue as far as looks go. If your customer is the type that takes reall
Forum: rodboard
14 years ago
Terry Kirk
We have used the tubing that Lamiglas makes for about four years now. We use Hardwood turned down for arbors. We scuff the inside with scotchbrite pads then use rod bond. Have not had any come loose yet. Perhaps you could scuff the inside of the tubing and then the blank where the rod bond would be applied. Clamp the blank on the ends with some small clamps or clothespins and let set 24 hour
Forum: rodboard
14 years ago
Terry Kirk
I had the pleasure of using one all summer. We were looking for a blank that would replace some of the Shikaris we use. It's a lightweight blank with lots of power in the butt section and an extremely fast tip. To date I have found nothing that compares with its speed in this price range. I gave it a real good test on walleye and crappie and even put extra effort in checking its durability, i
Forum: rodboard
14 years ago
Terry Kirk
Barry, If you have some, I to would be interested in buying some. Thanks
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