I do not know if this is a correct term but in the past handles made of grounded cork in which small pieces of cork were connected with glue were used on cheaper rods. One glass sheakespeare model (alpha?) comes to mind. Would anyone know what was used as a glue?

BlueOne

Do you mean cork sheet on a roll?

If so no idea At a guess Cascamite


Gary

Just came across a proper english name....compressed cork.

Advanced Custom Rod Building - Google Knjige

Only supplier in UK is Siesta Cork Tiles Ltd - Ray Bacon ( the owner ) might tell you or he might not ( possible Trade Secret ! )
Try Googling him Best wishes

Steve Parton

It would be very difficult to manufacture at home as you would need a heated press like the type used for lamination or wood veneering.

Gary

Sorry cannot help you with the glue question, if its a composite cork handle your after then try Bloke Rods saw some on their stand at the newark show.
Looked very very good. IMO.

Martin...

Composite is a swine to turn , lasts forever and you only want it top and bottom of the handle where it is quite excellent !

Elsewhere , no !

best wishes
Steve P

It withstands hooks being stuck in it quite well.

Thank you for your replies. Will see if i cna have a go at this.

BlueOne