I sent the funds for this rod last week and will be receiving it soon. There was only one flaw and that is a stripping guide foot sticking out of a wrap. I thought that this would not be a problem when the time comes to rewrap it. Other than that the rod looks to be in very good condition for its age. It also has both tips.
Seege
as my kid would say, Sweeeeeeet.
Eric
Really KEWL!!! Love the wraps! Just posted a thread about replacing only one wrap, and that’s what I’m going to do on my newly acquired rod. Any ideas where to find the variegated thread?
Just did some searching … Mudhole has the Gudebrod threads in the silver/color and gold/color for about $4.00 a spool!! Size “C”. Is that too big for a fly rod?
Betty,
Just starting the bamboo journey. You can find the thread at some of the major tackle building distributors. Like Golden Witch, Anglers Workshop and the likes that have goods for bamboo rod building or restoration. If you cant find the color you need there are some classic antique rod merchants that also sell the genuine retro colors (pricy!). Hopefully some one else can chime in and list their websites.
good luck,
Seege
I bought several different spools of Size “A” varigated threads from Hook & Hackle back in January when they were at our show. Give Ron a call and see if he has any left. I know he was closing it out.
If he’s out of it or you just want enough for the repair, I have the following which I can send you, and just send the remainder back to me;
Gudebrod Classic Twist #521 blk/wht
Gudebrod Classic Twist #521 blk/scarlet
Gudebrod Classic Twist #521 blk/drk grn
E-mail me at flyfishohio@yahoo.com if you would like me to send it out. I can get it out tomorrow.
Joe
Joe,
Just got off the phone with Ron, and he’s sending threads out either today or tomorrow! Thank you for the heads up!!! 
Joe,
are those nylon or silk. and how much a spool did it run you
They are nylon, and shame on me, I don’t remember what they cost. They were part of a larger purchase at a show, and I don’t have a receipt. Sorry.
I just realized you live in Fort Wayne. Contact fishbum, as he probably has both the nylon and silk in every color combination possible. He’s been doing the boo thing for a long time.
ugly nylon thread isn’t very pricey. ugly silk thread is ridiculously so.
eithor one makes my head hurt.
Mr. Blur.
I forgot how much you liked varigated wraps. I believe your also a fan of craft foam. See you on the dark side.
Seege