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Old 01-11-2005, 11:27 PM   #7
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Originally posted by Billy 40


THe Alconites kick Hardaloy's ass. Straight out. If you are building a rod with HArdaloy's...I honestly cannot understand why. The major draw to Alconites for me is that teh frame is made out of a higher grade of steel than HArdaloy's (the same used on the SIC guides). They are lighter, more corrosion resistant & sexier than HArdaloy's. lol. THey cost more, but not by that much.
Billy definitely builds a "SEXY" rod!!!

Billy turned me on to the Alconites a while back and while I have only built one rod with them so far I definitely like them.

I only wish they would make a 50mm!!!!!!

As far as the Aftcote goes. Everything Dave and Billy said I totally agree with. If your someone who takes their time applying the finish you wont get caught with the brush stuck to your guidewraps like with other finishes!!!
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