Another simple built for this light power CRB Xcamo blank.
It goes very well with this camo reel seat from American Tackle.
Handle setup with cork foregrip and split handle.
Spiral guide placement with white Pearsall Gosammer's silk thread for transparent wrapping effect which I simply called it as the "super glued" wrapping.
After epoxy.
A close up shot on the guides. The silk thread will be transparent after come into contact with the epoxy and it looks as if the guides foot are glued and coated with epoxy. That is why I called it "super glued" wrapping.
I am using Thread Master epoxy and so far it has not disappointed me.
Rod decal taken before coating with epoxy.
The other side of the rod decal.
A coating of U40 Cork Seal for the finishing touch.
This GLoomis blank is one of those old stocks in the market as GLoomis not longer produce its' blanks for sale in the market.
At 5'6" rated 10-17lb, I would say it's a heavy duty rod to be. The blank was extended 6" to make it 6'. Guess it would be easier to cast with extended handle.
This rod will be using GLoomis graphite reel seats with cork grips.
The rear grip is off set by 15 degree for comfortable handling.
The original rubber butt cap was replaced with a deco aluminum butt cap.
Fuji alconite guides with s/s finished frame wrapped with black thread and 'silverback' metalic trim.
Standard guide placement.
GLoomis rod decal. Made in America.
The cork grip was applied with U40 cork sealant for better protection from wear and tear.
Overall view of the completed rod.
