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Old 01-17-11, 09:12 PM   #1
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Default Custom Rod Building - My Thoughts

This hobby is the most humbling endeavor I have ever toyed with. I should have remembered why I quit building model cars when I was a kid. LOL

If I had hair, I would pull it out. A perfectionist nightmare at times. All for peace of mind and the big black bass.

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Old 01-18-11, 02:15 PM   #2
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It's definetely not for anyone trying to save money building their own rods. It is addicting though. When I get frustrated I remember what a high-school shop teacher told us: " The sign of a true craftsman is how well he hides his mistakes".
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Old 01-18-11, 02:32 PM   #3
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You got that right Mike. And CiK, I want to put my hand through the table sometimes, ,especially when I pull a trim band out hahahaha. But it is an awesome feeling just like any other person that builds something they personally use.
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Nice quote Mike!
Tony if it makes you feel any better..I spent last night stripping off about 3 days worth of work off the two rods Im building now
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Old 01-18-11, 03:37 PM   #5
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You guys make it sound soooo easy at times. I am sorry to say this to you, but I am glad to hear others experience the trials and tribulations of this hobby. LOL

All things are good until I get to the finish, then I become all thumbs. With all things, it will get better with more practice.
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Old 01-19-11, 03:20 PM   #6
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What I found when I started out was that by the time I got to the finishing step, I was so anxious to see the finished product that I found myself rushing without even realizing it at first. Once I got past that, it was just a matter of establishing a routine or system or what heve you and sticking to it.
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