I didn't post pictures with this rod earlier because I wanted to try it, to cast it and not just for 10 min. Couldn't find the time yet so I'll come back later with my impressions.
I
used for this rod floor selected, cork for both grip and
reel seat insert. the reel seat ferrule is from REC nickel silver. Pc
Bay low profile stripping guide, Pc Bay guides, tight up with gold silk
and finished with 2 part epoxy.