I am presently using bits and pieces from a broken 3 wt. to put together a 5 pc. 4 wt that I got on clearance from Cabelas for 19.00...I am building a Stowawy for 25 bucks.
Just mounted the one piece cork and band seat/handle salvaged from the broken rod and will wrap with the same single foot guides from that same rod.
Using left over, 2 part epoxy, Chestnut wrapping thread, flexbond and color preservative that are laying around.
Might have to spring for a winding check at Home Depot though.
Considering rattan wrapping the grip of the rod once it is done but not so sure as this build is getting fun...using what I have.
Anyone else ever scrounge one up???