Spiel Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 A friend of mine approached me over a year ago with a vision. He had an idea for a rod to play up the beauty of his custom RSG Vyper reel.We discussed many things and I agreed to take on the project though it had me working in 2 new mediums, that being carbon fiber grips and acrylic components.There were issues sourcing all the needed components but I finally had all in hand this past August and set about practicing and destroying some of the new materials.In the end I'm happy with the results, it's not perfect but it was a most enjoyable adventure from routine.Roughing out the acrylic seat.... Checking the now fitted hood/grip to the seat for a perfect fit.... All dry fit on a threaded mandrel for a first look at the concept.... Now almost ready to battle Steelhead. The tip section still needs winding finish.The details.....11' 6" CTS in clear glossCarbon Fiber/foam core gripsAcrylic reel seat/butt cap and trim piecesLemke LC24 black hardwareLiquid black winding checkBlack nylon windings with metallic black trim bands (visible in sunlight)Fuji BYAG guides chosen for being all black.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Disgusting........ Wish I had the funds for the "knight rider" rod I'd name it Kit. G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaf4 Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Wowza that's sharp! Nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) TIFA Chris I hope your wearing a mask doing that carbon. It,s black magic. My only question is grip? Sliding in the hand. I really like the look dude. Great job. I have not seen the vyper ? Who sells it? Or is it a promo reel? Edited October 17, 2015 by Brian B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Never mind. just enlarged noticed 2/12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Looks like it should have a trigger and bullets.... Awesome rod!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Wow!!!!! Wow!!!!!!!!! WOW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck2fan Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Always enjoy seeing what an artisan can create... Can I ask what does the entire rod weigh, without a reel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted October 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Thanks guys. My only question is grip? Sliding in the hand. One would think so Brian but I've wet tested it in house and it's not slippery. Mind you I didn't add any roe goo to my hands. Always enjoy seeing what an artisan can create... Can I ask what does the entire rod weigh, without a reel? I weighed the entire rod at 200 grams, with the tip section coming in at a whopping 22 grams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheRabbit Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Oh man! That's a crazy nice build! Super sharp, both rod and reel! I wouldn't be able to fish that nice setup...I'd cry if u ever got a knick on that. Very nicely done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 (edited) Great workmanship, but gimme cork please. Edited October 18, 2015 by BillM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck2fan Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 I weighed the entire rod at 200 grams, with the tip section coming in at a whopping 22 grams. That is amazing the lightest rod I own that is 11.5 ft is a swan company noodle rod and it is 275 grams... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted October 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Thanks guys. Cork please. No worries, it's not for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 No worries, it's not for you! We'll never have to worry about that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alphaalpha Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 very cool looking! nice work and thanks for sharing! -AA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Not my taste either, but wow I sure can appreciate the craftsmanship! Amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Mind you I didn't add any roe goo to my hands. It,s as good as pine tar. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Your work has always been second to none! This masterpiece just took it to a whole new level; absolutly stunning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Have to agree,beautiful !!!Far to nice for me,that would be hung on a wall. Excellent work Sir ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted October 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Thanks again all. The goal with custom obviously is to provide to the customer with what the customer desires. This time I moved way out of my comfort zone but I along with the customer are pleased with the results. I through some research believe this to be a first ever (near) seamless marrying of the handle and reel seat in these materials. I previously did do the same in wood and cork for this customer and I believe that was also a first(?). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 I honestly think the RSG Vyper reel company should be using that for an ad! Great work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Can you make me one for the 9mm round please. Very well done as all the rods I am lucky enough to own and the ones I get to see. The tips you have graciously give me over the years on wood finishing has turned my knife handles into works of art. . Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 has turned my knife handles into works of art. Art Well yes you are Art and they are your work so technically they are 'works of Art' sorry couldn't pass that one up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJL Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Nicely done Chris. It's definitely not my style as you know, but I'm really liking how the rod and reel came together as 1 theme. Any idea on how scratch resistant the acrylic is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Any idea on how scratch resistant the acrylic is? Give it to me for a week and I'll let everybody know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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