David Proudfoot

This short instructional video teaches you how to install tip-tops and mix & apply 2-part rod finish to your custom fishing rod.

Artie Hebert was widely known in the custom rod building circuit for his intricate thread art and distinct style. For much of the past three decades Artie dedicated himself to teaching Custom Rod Building to thousands of eager students.

In this video, Artie demonstrates his techniques for wrapping a guide (ring).

This short instructional video teaches you how to wrap a single foot guide.

This short instructional video teaches you how to build an EVA foam handle.

This video teaches the importance of properly spining a rod blank prior to construction. Also included are the differences between spinning and casting rods and practical tips for finding the spine.

This short instructional video teaches you how to build up tape arbors on a rod blank for reel seat installation, the proper usage of a china marker when building a handle and techniques for installing foregrips.