Finally got started on this 8 wt. that I’m really excited about. Thinking Black with Silver trim - or - Black with Red trim for the wraps. Can’t wait to get wrappin’. More to come!
Looks pretty nice so far. Like the wraps and trim.
Looking awesome! What blank did you use?
Looking good! 
Its a no label blank that I got from Hook & Hackle
http://store.hookhack.com/New-Blank-9-Foot-8-Weight-Mod_Fast-Matte-Black/productinfo/HHSB98/
I’m really excited to cast it, might have to pick up the 5wt if I like it as much as I think I’m going to…
Thanks for the kind words! I feel like I’m learning a ton with every rod I build (every wrap I make really) and love doing it way more than I can afford!