The NRX is a G Loomis blank which is now owned by Shimano. Garry Loomis now owns North Fork Composites. They just design and build blanks, no rods Shimano no longer makes blanks for custom rod builders just rods now. Personally I would never take a pre-made rod and modify it you well never be satisf...

You do know NFC is a vary expensive blank to start cutting on. If you do no warranty. Not to say NFC is not a good blank. You may want to talk to Garry Loomis first he may have a blank to fit your needs. I sure would make sure you are experienced or have a experienced builder work on any blank you w...

If there is some scaring or area where is a thread covering marks he can use a product by Bullard called CPXer it is a thin rod finish that is user friendly
Good Wraps Bob

The pics. with the weights is also called the( common cents tech.) This methoded was started by fly guys. When it come to Fast Moderate or slow, each manufacture uses a different method to determine what that rod is rated for. You can take rod/blank from differnt manufactures. These rods well have t...

You can change the style of guide on any rod. I have been removing guides for to many years. This is how I go about it. First of all have a sharp Utility knife, single edge , razor blade or a sharp Exato knife all three well get the job done. You being a first timer, I would lightly heat the finish ...

You may want to call Josh at Lamiglas, Josh is their designer now sense Todd left a couple of years ago. Also remember the number/model change might be because of the new graphites they are now using.
Good Wraps Bob

How long is your rod, power and action? I never start a build without a reel. Being that no two blanks work the same you need to do a static pressure test to define where the guides should be placed. Old rule, but a great staring point. For every foot of rod you need a guide plus one more. Depending...