Another Bamboo float tube

Loop Erimder · Post by **Loop Erimder** » Wed Jul 25, 2012 11:42 pm

Having made one bamboo float tube, I decided to have another go and make another one which is to be different in appearance

This is the first completed float tube

This time after scraping off the enamel from the bamboo, I have coloured it with Jacobean Dark Oak wood dye. Once dried and left for 24 hours minimum. I have applied the first set of whippings in brown

Post by **Mark** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 12:36 am

Very nice Loop. :thumb:

AshbyCut · Post by **AshbyCut** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 10:03 pm

Having now seen one up close, may I state that Loops tubes are excellent. His float tubes, I mean ... before any smart alec chimes in !!!

Loop Erimder · Post by **Loop Erimder** » Fri Jul 27, 2012 7:52 pm

More whippings to the bottom

More whipping to the centre and them coated in dope

Wickerman · Post by **Wickerman** » Sat Jul 28, 2012 12:37 pm

Lovely job loops,might have a go myself one day.How did you get on with the safety pins for eyes?

Loop Erimder · Post by **Loop Erimder** » Sat Jul 28, 2012 12:47 pm

Wickerman wrote:Lovely job loops,might have a go myself one day.How did you get on with the safety pins for eyes?

Not tried them yet as still using peacock quills but I do have some bamboo skewers which I am slowly starting on by rounding off the tips and cutting them to size so hopefully on Sunday or Monday will have a go at that

VernonBenables · Post by **VernonBenables** » Sat Jul 28, 2012 1:51 pm

Your reels look nice in those wooden crates.

Loop Erimder · Post by **Loop Erimder** » Sat Jul 28, 2012 2:06 pm

vernonbenables wrote:Your reels look nice in those wooden crates.

Thank you sir I must do a better photo of them on display in the crates. Crates made by myself too

George387 · Post by **George387** » Sat Jul 28, 2012 9:09 pm

looking very nice Loop :D

MGs · Post by **MGs** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 1:54 pm

Many thanks to Loop for the idea. Having seen his admirable efforts and being at a loss for a suitable birthday present for my dad, I thought I would have a go.

Again B&Q bamboo, a bit of whipping and a picture. The illustrated one is for my dad. The simpler version for me, given my untidy nature when fishing. The tops are made from a cork sanding block, shaped with hacksaw file and sandpaper. They give a satisfying pop when removed

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