Demonstrating marbling technique with crb marbling pigment on a custom mhx fishing rod.
Marbling rod guides.
I am building a rod with marbling under the double guide feet.
Marbling paint for fishing rods.
Custom rod marbling is one of the hottest new techniques rod builders are using to create stunning works of functional art.
Curt baker of suncoast rodcrafters demonstrates the simple techniques used in marbling epoxy finish on custom fishing rods.
Marbling has become a popular trend for added detailed painting to fishing rods with marbling pigment and epoxy finish.
The basic premise is to mix an ultra concentrated marbling pigment with an epoxy finish then swirl and drag the mixture in varying patterns on butt wraps and guide wraps.
Each time it rubs against something energy is lost and results in shorter casts.
Got that part done and was about to start wrapping guides when i had to fly home for an unexpected funeral.
The basic premise is to mix an ultra concentrated marbling pigment with an epoxy finish then swirl and drag the mixture in varying patterns on butt wraps and guide wraps.
This is to prevent fibers from getting caught between the guides.
The pmrb series offers a range of pearlescent 2 tone and metallic colors that mix with any of your favorite epoxies for rich vibrant color combinations.
Q tips tend to leave uninvited guest fibers.
Needless to say the epoxy is going to be pretty stout when i get back.
How to add magic marbling in rod building.
After you have finished painting your rod to the desired color you can get a little artsy and creative with it.
Lots of times i ll wrap the q tip around the rag and clean the insides.
Marbling is a fun and fast way to make any custom rod truly one of a kind.
Custom rod marbling is one of the hottest new techniques rod builders are using to create stunning works of functional art.
Few things say custom rod building more than crafting an original fishing rod that s designed built and decorated to your preference.
Crb s all new powder marbling pigment will add some extra flair to your next marbling job.
Simply pour your cleaner on a rag and wipe the rod where you ll be marbling i ll use a q tip and soak it in cleaner to get at the inside edges of the guides.
Fill a container with cold water.
Micro guides can help increase increase your casting distances.
Marbling is a fun easy and uniqu.
