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Rod building equipment from CRB:

The Custom Rod Builder (CRB) brand is all about providing custom rod builders with the professional grade equipment they need, at prices even new rod builders could appreciate.

CRB provides a full line of rod building equipment including hand wrappers, the RBS rod building system, spine finders, rod dryers, and specialty tools that make finishing custom rods easy!

CRB Magnetic Thread Tensioner:

Precision Tension
Provides more precise tension control compared to using the springs found on most thread carriages.
Compatible with many thread carriages
Compatible with all CRB thread carriages (RBS-TC2, RBS-TC4, AHWS-1, HWS-TC4) and many 3rd party thread carriages, including American Tackle APW and Pacific Bay RW-3L.
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CRB Magnetic Thread Tensioner

CRB Hand Wrapper:

Spool Side Pressure System
By putting pressure on the spool and not the thread you avoid the problems of the metallic treads de-laminating, nylon thread bunching and twist coiling.
Dual Thread Tensioners
Holding two spools means you can quickly change from color to color fast and efficiently.
Smooth Thread Slider
By putting pressure on the spool and not the thread you avoid the problems of the metallic treads de-laminating, nylon thread bunching and twist coiling.
Thread Tension Rod
Designed to keep constant thread tension on your wraps, cushion the tread spool pressure and allow you to reverse your wraps without losing tension on the thread.

CRB EZ Hand Wrapper:

Everything You Need
Unit comes with main stand, separate rod support stand and 5 rod bands (1 extra provided).
Video Instructions
7 Step-by-Step instructional videos accessible via QR codes plus 4 Bonus Advanced Techniques QR Videos.
Step-By-Step Help
Easy to understand step-by-step rod building instructions & pictures, and guide ring and tip-top sizing charts.
Conversion Charts
Includes handy conversion charts for rod builders. The EZHW is an easy and affordable way start to rod building!

CRB Rod Dryers:

Value & Quality
The CRB rod drying units offer rod builders a durable, easy to use drying unit that is perfect for novice and professionals, at a price point unheard of in the industry without sacrificing functionality.
Speed Options
Rod builders can choose between either a 9 or 18 RPM Drying motor with a 6′ power cord.
Form Fitting Chuck
The CRB form fitting chuck will fits any rod you will be making.
Dryer Model Options
There are dryers for single rods or choose a triple rod dryer for 3 rods. There are also models that come with or without a dryer clutch which allows you to stop the rod during the finishing process.
Dryer Stand
Every CRB dryer comes with one Dryer Support Stand.
Power Options
The CRB rod dryers are available in 110V or 220V models.

Need help deciding?

CRB offers a wide variety of rod building products, so if you see something you like, or need help deciding, please visit one of our CRB dealers today!

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CRB Epoxy Mixer:

Perfect 50/50 Mixer
Most epoxies are a 50/50 blend, and over mixing finishing epoxy is a common mistake, so use the CRB Epoxy Mixer for perfectly mixed, bubble-free epoxy very time.
Epoxy Mixer Features
The CRB Epoxy Mixer features an 18RPM mixing motor with 6 foot power cord, plug and switch mounted on a powder coated steel base, and non-slip foot pads.
Use With Disposables
Will accommodate both the MC125 (2.5 oz.) mixing cup for larger batches of finish and the MXC1.0 (1 oz.) mixing cup for smaller batches.
Docking Station Included
The Stand also features a docking station for your brushes and mixing rod. Mixing rod and five 2.5 oz. mixing cups are included.

CRB Laser Alignment:

Always Straight Guides
Properly aligning guides can be one of the most tedious tasks when building a custom rod. Why not point a laser down the blank and align your guides accordingly for perfectly straight guide placements every time.
Easy To Use
The CRB Laser Alignment system features a reel seat foot mount laser housing with vertical beam, leveling bubbles and reversible tape measure.
Always Laser Straight
Once mounted, a perfectly straight beam is projected down the rod all the way to the tip. The vertical laser makes aligning guides and butt wraps a snap. While fishing rod blanks are not as straight as a laser, this tool will greatly aid you in aligning your guides.

CRB Spine Finder:

Easy To Use
The CRB Spine Finder will quickly and accurately locate the exact spine of any blank. Just insert your rod blank and push down on tip, and the blank will twist around and stop on the spine every time.
Great For Rod Segments
It can be tricky to find the spine for multi-piece rod blanks like travel and fly rods, and the CRB spine finder does is perfect every time.
Must Have Tool
Finding the spine of a rod blank is the most important step in custom rod building, so why not ensure it is done right. This is a must have product if you build custom rods.
Spine Finder Features
The CRB Spine Finder comes with precision ball bearings, an adjustable PVC base with pre-drilled for easy mounting.

#1 In Rod Building.

Rod building professionals & enthusiasts use CRB products more than any other brand.

Rod Building Knowledge.

CRB products are developed exclusively for rod builders, by professional rod builders.

Best Value Anywhere.

Professional grade rod building products offered at a price every skill level will enjoy.

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