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    Tilt the spatula ... that provides a handy edge. ...

    Tilt the spatula ... that provides a handy edge. Use something to steady your hand in the process, that's the KEY to getting a clean edge - whether using a brush, spatula, knitting needle or other...
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    St Croix is now selling their Imperial series...

    St Croix is now selling their Imperial series blanks (SCIV/SC2). They have a VERY nice 3wt in an 8'6" 4-piece for a great price. I can promise you that the blank rivals those at more than double...
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    I believe what you are looking for is called a...

    I believe what you are looking for is called a "Crafty's Cutter" ... use Google and you should easily find it.
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    Sully - I would like to suggest that you DO...

    Sully -

    I would like to suggest that you DO continue to participate in conversations regarding ANY and ALL subjects on the forum. Venues such as this, suffer greatly without participation by a...
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    There IS a "wrong way", a "right way" AND a "it...

    There IS a "wrong way", a "right way" AND a "it doesn't matter way" as to wrapping ferrules. Here's why ...

    1) Wrong way = some manufacturers DO require the wrapping of ferrule joints. Failure...
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    IF you use NYLON thread, not NCP ... AND you use...

    IF you use NYLON thread, not NCP ... AND you use CP ... AND you don't attempt to put a light color on that dark blank ... you WILL attain your goal.

    I will make the suggestion that you do a test...
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    Gudebrod CP formula was dramatically changed a...

    Gudebrod CP formula was dramatically changed a few years back ... it isn't the same stuff it used to be.

    I use U40 Color Lock and it IS milky white. It shouldn't be strained or diluted. The...
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    I suggest the use of polyurethane or graphite...

    I suggest the use of polyurethane or graphite foam arbors. Glass tape is good - but solid arbors are stronger AND lighter.
  9. Thread: Guides

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    For a truly different experience, use ceramic fly...

    For a truly different experience, use ceramic fly guides. I use them exclusively on my personal builds.
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    Yep, right in Wisconsin.

    Yep, right in Wisconsin.
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    FYI, the TFO blanks have the company graphics all...

    FYI, the TFO blanks have the company graphics all over them.
  12. Thread: Bass Rod

    by TampaJim
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    Lakes for largemouth bass and rivers for...

    Lakes for largemouth bass and rivers for smallmouth are two different rods. I recommend that you split the difference and go with something in the middle. Probably a 6'6", 6-12#, Fast Action.

    If...
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    Cork to cork ... Titebond 2. Cork to anything...

    Cork to cork ... Titebond 2.
    Cork to anything else ... Rod Bond.

    Rod Bond WILL work just fine for cork to cork, I just enjoy the speed and cleanup of TB2 and it works very well for the purpose.
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    A single trim band can be done easily and with no...

    A single trim band can be done easily and with no glue or special tricks.

    Take 12" of thread from the spool and make an very elongated "X" single wrap loosely on the rod. Tape down both cut ends...
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    IMO, the very best pull loops in the industry are...

    IMO, the very best pull loops in the industry are made by Backlash Tools (use Google to locate). Although it isn't necessary to have store bought - they work VERY well and hold up for a long time. ...
  16. Thread: Dying Cork...

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    It is VERY difficult to get dye to take on cork. ...

    It is VERY difficult to get dye to take on cork. Just soaking it won't work. The closest you will get to a good penetration is with vacuum pressure.
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    Batson is both Forecast and Rainshadow. The...

    Batson is both Forecast and Rainshadow. The blanks are imported with the exception of RX7+ and RX8+ (look for the plus sign) which are built by a large US manufacturer as an OEM product.
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    I wrap professionally and have for over 20 years....

    I wrap professionally and have for over 20 years. Although I do own a power wrapper, it gathers dust ... I still wrap 99% of my rods by hand. Wrapping by hand allow better control and finer work,...
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    I have had the distinct pleasure of knowing Ralph...

    I have had the distinct pleasure of knowing Ralph O'Quinn (the developer/owner of Trondak/U40 products - LS Supreme, Rod Bond, Ferrule Lube, etc.) for quite some time. His background is simple ......
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    At one point, the world was deemed to be flat. ...

    At one point, the world was deemed to be flat. Anyone thinking otherwise, was considered a heretic of the church and subject to the most extreme punishments - including death.

    This is the case...
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    Yep ... U40 Rod Bond, the regular kind not the...

    Yep ... U40 Rod Bond, the regular kind not the quick set. Best stuff since sliced bread. I can't express just how tough the stuff is AND it is removable, if needed.
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    Winding checks are also VERY handy for keeping...

    Winding checks are also VERY handy for keeping epoxy from seeping/creeping onto the cork grip.


    Since it is almost Christmas time, I will start doing my good deeds ... I really want Santa to stop...
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    Cabela's has their five-piece "Stowaway" blanks...

    Cabela's has their five-piece "Stowaway" blanks on sale for $19.88 ... they meet your requirements.
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    What length(s) and weight(s) would you consider?

    What length(s) and weight(s) would you consider?
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    I could use the Lefty DVD for students. What...

    I could use the Lefty DVD for students. What would the shipping be to 33563? Thanks!
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