You may have noticed that I snapped up a Medway, rennovated by Paul Cook, recently. Well I collected said rod direct from Paul last week and I must say what a superb job he has done on it, the whipping and finish is spectacular. The rod will be a pleasure to use, hollow built so not too heavy, good length handle and a perfect action to land a tench or two, I hope !
It was great to meet Paul and a nicer chap you couldn't wish to meet, many thanks Paul.
Hopefully these two photos show the quality of Paul's workmanship.
The Paul Cook Medway
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Re: The Paul Cook Medway
Lovely rod Richard, I really like that red/black speckled thread.
I have worked on one of Pauls renovated rods and I know what you mean about the superb finish. I remember it took me nearly a fortnight and at least 12 coats of varnish to get the rod section I was working on anywhere near to his original finish.
Wal.
I have worked on one of Pauls renovated rods and I know what you mean about the superb finish. I remember it took me nearly a fortnight and at least 12 coats of varnish to get the rod section I was working on anywhere near to his original finish.
Wal.
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Re: The Paul Cook Medway
Superb, but then Paul's work always is!
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Re: The Paul Cook Medway
That looks absolutely wonderful ... and gives us poor amateurs something to aspire to.
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Paul's workmanship exquisite as per usual, well done to the both of you......
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Very nice indeed.
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Re: The Paul Cook Medway
Excellent choice of colours. I'd be over the moon with that.
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