Samurai Premium SN 402-2C

[Mark Fisher]

I just finished the bind on this one this morning. Came out really nice. No, I haven't jumped the fence - it's for the wife of a work mate (anniversary present). The colours are pretty out there and I'm looking forward to seeing it with epoxy on it. Here is the preview. The sunglasses are for the brightness!

I'm also really impressed with the blank.

Regards
Mark

[Rodman]

Nice work mate I am sure she will be happy

Ken

[Owen]

Let's review the evidence.


Pink & purple threads.
Very clean & tidy bench.
yup, nuthin' suspicious here

Very tidy thread Mark.
I like the grips as well.

[ryeham]

Hi

I am absolutely astounded at the level of skill you guys continually come up with. I saw that Che Guavara the other day, and knew instantly who it was. I only hope that when I get into my own house and move away from this rental that I can set up my own rod building work shop and catch up with you guys in SE QLD.

Nice work

Cheers

Ryan

[DaveB]

Just needs some vaseline on the lens to give it a soft focus
Really nice work Mark. How long did that take you to wrap?

[Mark Fisher]

Thanks for the comments everyone.

Owen I only cleaned up the workbench for the photos. Really!
Dave I would only be guessing with this wrap. I did it over a coulple of days. The wrapping I would guess at about 5-6 hours. The packing was at least another 2-3. The wrap is based around 38mm centers with no taper offset. The blank is very uniform in diameter in the wrapping area. This one really is tighter than a bankers wallet and closed spot on. After the photos I CP'd it and then used the roll method to close it up even more. I'll post some photos when I get the epoxy on.

Thanks again
Mark

[chris69]

ill second what ryeham said excellent mark your a true master of weiving.

[trout head]

ill second what ryeham said excellent mark your a true master of weiving.

The master weaver strikes again , the colours are great ,can't wait to see it with the finish on .

[sid_fishes]

Mark, what are your thoughts on the Samurai blanks for the average bloke?
and by the way, it looks shit hot hey. damn i wish i could spend some time with you.
its another great build from a great rod builder

cheers mate

ian

[Mark Fisher]

Thanks Ian for your comments. I really do appreciate them. Your welcome to visit anytime. Just don't forget the beer.

The Samurai Premiums are excellent blanks - they are very straight and well finished. The actiosn are very fast and tippy. Perfect for soft plastic fishing. They are also a very light but powerful blank.

Regards
Mark

[pickers]

Mark
"HOLY CRAP" thats bloody nice work mate , well done....where can I buy these samurai blanks from???
pickers

[Mark Fisher]

Pickers, thanks for your comments. Mate you can get the Samurai Premiums from Ross at the Rodworks and also from Mo Tackle at Coffs. Not cheap blanks at all but very good quality.

Regards
Mark