Who makes ProWrap thread?

American Tackle Company
American Tackle Company is pleased to introduce the ProWrap Rod Building Thread. In development for years and tested by rod builders, ProWrap thread is available in 39 lustrous metallic colors. ProWrap thread features strong tensile strength and bright colors pressure dyed for color consistency.

What kind of thread do you use to wrap a rod?

Rod builders have traditionally used nylon, and in some cases silk thread. Over the past few years other threads have been showing up more often, in particular Metallics (yes, I know they were around in the 80’s), and more recently the Polyester threads (like Maderia).

Does nylon thread need color preserver?

Many people ask about which thread needs color preserver and which ones do not, and the answer is any nylon or polyester thread needs color preserver. Metallic threads do not need color preserver.

What is ProWrap?

Pro Wrap is a pre-taping foam under wrap that helps protect skin from tape chafing. It can be used to hold pads and socks in place, and is versatile enough to hold up sleeves and create knee straps.

Can you use sewing thread for fishing rods?

But, no question about it, if you get sewing thread with no silicone coatings, and has the right amount of stretch – primarily nylon thread and the right size – for the rods and guides you are wrapping, absolutely go ahead and use the thread.

What is color fast thread?

What is “colorfast?” The term “fast” refers to the permanance of the threads color under different conditions. “Lightfast” means the color will fade more slowly when exposed to sunlight. “Colorfast” means the dye won’t run when exposed to water.

Can you wrap guides with metallic thread?

Guide Wraps with Metallic In-Lays Metallic thread works perfectly for in-lays because it stands out on virtually any color wrap and once it’s epoxied, the metallic thread has a spectacular glimmer in the sunlight.

Is DMC thread color fast?

DMC Embroidery Floss is 100% colorfast and fade resistant. To separate the floss’s strands, take your skein and find the tail that sticks out.