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    Just finished a build

    The reason for the cork in the rear grip serves a purpose as well as a cosmetic look
    Rear grips seem to get knoched around alot in rod holders were the rim of the rod holder makes contact with the grip over long periods in the holder....So just tryin out a piece of cork there to see how the cork will handel the wear and tear
    Got red shrink wrap over eva on the outher grips
    Also spiral wrap build on a Loomis... Granite L905 12-25lb Blank

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    Re: Just finished a build

    Mate as one whose loves intricate cross wraps, I really appreciate the work gone into this rod. That wrap is outstanding.

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    Nice work Willo.
    The cork fits in well and breaks up all that red!
    Cheers,
    Owen


    The whole world's mad save thee & me (but I'm not too sure about thee)

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    Fantastic looking rod,you must be very patient.

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    Re: Just finished a build

    Thanks Guys
    Yeh Mark.......Done lots of open chevies and stuff but first closed cross wrap for me
    Steep learning curve.... and have come to the conclusion that the most important part of the wrap is in the set out ....and packing ...and packing....and packing...LOL

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    Yep, that's cross wrapping 101. First lesson pack, pack and pack again.

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    dam looks cool mate, i must bring my granite over for a makeover!

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    Very nice job there Willo.
    The cork does fit in nicely. I know what you mean about the grip getting damaged in the rod holder. I've used Hypalon for that reason. Hypalon is tougher but because of it's weight, it's also a bit of a disadvantage.

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    Re: Just finished a build

    Quote Originally Posted by BARICK View Post
    Very nice job there Willo.
    The cork does fit in nicely. I know what you mean about the grip getting damaged in the rod holder. I've used Hypalon for that reason. Hypalon is tougher but because of it's weight, it's also a bit of a disadvantage.
    Yeh Barick
    Was in two minds as to cover the cork with the shrink wrap .....But liked the cosmetic aspect of the the cork section ..so if it stands up to the test of time be ok ...if not shirink wrap over the cork will be plan "B"......LOL

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    Re: Just finished a build

    nice work mate
    closed wraps all begin with the tapered offset layout
    if its not spot on it will cause you grief
    but that one cam up a treat!

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