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    Thought I would post a couple of pictures of the Tadpole I built for myself.

    Ratan Grip...



    Walnut reel seat with integrated cork check. Sliding band hardware made from brass and blackened ....



    Rust wraps, no CP, copper trim. Cow horn winding check...



    Rod was stretched to 7 feet.

    Sorry for the crappy pics...in a rush to take them...
    Brad
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    That looks awesome Brad. And its never overkill if you like it.

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    Wow very nice. It goes to show you are only limited to your imagination. Very nice build

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    What a total HOOT!!!! And I thought I was overboard when I made my reel seat into a down-locking one!!!
    Sure hope everyone who has a part in the swap will bring them to Michigan for the Fish-In!!
    Trouts don't live in ugly places.

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    Betty
    I'll have it at the Fish In. I will also have it at the Midwest Fly Fishing Expo this weekend. Stop in at the Furling booth and I will give you a peek.

    Brad

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    Very nice. My extra is going to be put together to be used as my daughter's first fly rod. It won't be anything as nice as you have put together, though.
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