...some know I've been working on building this rod for sometime, and I wanted to update you on my progress...well I applied the 5th coat of varnish today which may be my last coat (maybe will wait until dry to determine)...before I finish off the finish (clean it up so to speak).

Here is a sample of the rod so far.
reel seat and grip


signature wraps (done in gold silk) and hook keep (green silk, gold tipping)


agate stripping guide


ferrules


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