Depending how much you want to shorten the rod you could just cut it off above the butt, otherwise you will have to use something like a razor blade to shave the butt off, being careful not to nick the blank. Once you decide where you want to cut it, wrapping it with a piece of tape to prevent splinters is a good idea.
Can you shorten the butt on a fishing rod?
As a rule of thumb, you can cut up to 6 inches off the butt of any 1-piece Rodgeeks blank without affecting the action of the blank.You can get the 8-foot blank, cut six inches off the butt, and build the rod like normal.
What is a rod reducer?
Reducer is the reduce the physical size of the butt where the reel is attached to enable better grip of the reel and spool.
How do you cut a fiberglass fishing rod?
Align the back edge of the fine-toothed hacksaw blade with the pencil mark. Slowly pull the hacksaw toward you and then away from you to cut into the fiberglass stick. Continuing cutting until you cut the fiberglass stick into two pieces. Pull the masking tape from the fiberglass stick to complete the cutting process.
Where are Century rods made?
the UK
Century lives to push the boundaries of performance
Our rods are manufactured in a state of the art factory based in the UK that is equipped with the most up to date technology and machinery. We are in our fourth decade of investment in research and design purely focused on making the finest tackle.
What is a casting reducer?
The purpose of a reducer is increase the butt length to give a more comfortable retrieve when the reel is used in the “low” position. The end of the butt where the reducer slots in is not built to take the stresses of casting other than by providing a hand hold.
Can you cut fiberglass tent pole?
When cutting the section to length, always cut towards the centre to avoid splintering the edge when you cut through. Cut part way through the pole, then turn it and cut part way. Repeat until you cut right through. Once you’ve cut all the replacement sections for one pole, fit them before moving on to the next pole.
How do you cut fiberglass posts?
Fire up your circular saw with an abrasive and fine-toothed blade and make the cut through the masking tape, rotating the column as needed too complete the cut. If the column is tapered, make sure to cut only from the bottom in order to keep the aesthetic and proportion of the column.
Do Conoflex still make rods?
Conoflex has been manufacturing high quality British designed rods and composite tubes for over 40 years. Michael McManus, who founded the company in 1972, created rods which soon became the benchmark of British rod building quality. Conoflex produces full build, part build or blanks for anglers throughout the world.
Who owns Centuryfish?
Simon Chilcott
Simon Chilcott, who founded the Company, has always focused on the importance of understanding technology and where it meets the water. Our manufacturing processes are demanded by intelligent anglers, World Champions, leading aerospace companies and Formula 1™ teams.
What’s the best tool to cut fiberglass?
Unlike other construction materials like plywood, fiberglass requires several precautions for a clean and safe cut. For straight cuts, a table saw or hand-held circular saw is sufficient. However, for curved cuts, a saber saw or hand-held jigsaw will do a fine job.
What is the best blade to cut fiberglass?
When choosing the right sawzall blade for fiberglass, the abrasive characteristics of fiberglass should be considered. Because of the abrasive quality of fiberglass, a carbide grit or a carbide tipped blade performs well. We also have customers that do well using our standard MK Morse 14 TPI metal cutting blade.
How do you cut fiberglass without splinters?
When cutting a panel, place masking tape along the cut line, mark the line on the tape and saw through the tape to minimize chipping and splintering. Inside corners cut in a panel should be rounded so the finished piece will not develop a fracture from a sharp corner.
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