New River Rat
Well-known member
I had talked to a friend recently about getting him to build me another baitcaster for jigs and tubes, but the prices were astronomical. Anyway, I figured WTF? I can do this. I ordered a high modulus HM-MB843-MHX from Mudhole, some American Tackle Nanolite guides, super grade cork and still came in $60 cheaper than his quote using a lesser grade blank. This blank is comparable to a G Loomis GLX.
Anyway, I've let the epoxy cure and mounted the reel and can't wait to see how she performs.
This is a split grip, skeletal reel seat and with spiral wrap guides.
Anyway, I've let the epoxy cure and mounted the reel and can't wait to see how she performs.
This is a split grip, skeletal reel seat and with spiral wrap guides.
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