How to prepare rod feet for whipping

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30 July 2010

STEP 1		STEP 2



Some rod guides need to have the feet prepared so that whipping thread flows up the rod smoothly.		This foot has been correctly prepared.

STEP 3		STEP 4



Not ground (or prepared)		Use a smooth metal file to form shape

STEP 5		STEP 6



With emery paper & file finish off		Make sure all is clean

STEP 7



O = the ideal foot profile