CRB MicroFlex Abalone Shell Inlay Sheets

I love it. Soak in some hot water and go slowly, they go on very easy and make a beautiful addition to your wraps

I used the abalone sheet on a project and it turned out beautiful. There are different techniques to applying it so be sure and see how others apply it before you start.

What a great way to add some amazing colors to your build.

Easy to apply. Adds a nice decorative touch that is simple to achieve. 👌🏽

Little tricky putting on this inlay for the first time but looks good.

I found after watching the instructional video the abalone shell was fairly easy to work with, even for a beginner like me.

Ive used this on two rod builds. This really makes the rod stand out. Definitely recommend watching videos on Mudhole Live’s YouTube channel for tips on this.

I love the look it gives me as a stand alone decoration and as a back ground for decals

Absolutely Beautiful! Can’t wait to pair this with some metallic purple thread wrap!

This is awesome stuff. Easy to work and looks wonderful

I love these abalone sheets, have used them a number of times. However, I disagree that a heat gun is the best way to make them flexible enough to wrap around a rod blank without cracking. The best way, in my opinion, is to soak them in water that has been heated to boiling , then wait until the backing is almost totally soaked by the water. It will look dark as it wets. Then carefully separate the abalone (previously the sheet was cut to the right size for the blank) material from the backing, and get one whole edge of it free. Then carefully place that edge into position, and press it down. Then progressively pull the rest of the backing off and press the abalone to the blank. When done then protect its surface with a piece of paper and vigorously burnish it down hard to the blank. Then I wrap it with the paper protector and tightly wrap that in highly stretched electrical tape, then leave it on overnight.

Awesome stuff I seen where someone said it cracks easy I've tried the heat method and yes it seems to. Crack going that route and the cracking actually adds a different look to the overall finish but I've learned that if you boil some water in a shallow bowl then put your piece of abalone shell in that very hot water between 3 and 5 minutes take it out then peel off the paper to expose the adhesive backing it will not Crack at all while wrapping around the blank.

Cracking as soon as heat was applied ruined two fly rods trying to use this garbage and wasted 20 dollars

mine just came in .. but it has a crack half way on it ..

I love the natural shell and the ability to work with such an easy product. The clients I’ve showed it to are extremely excited about having it used on their rods.

Adding the abalone inlay shells adds a bit of flair and color to your custombuilt rods. Combine that with some colorful marbling and you will have a very unique rod that everyone is envious of

Beautiful

My experience with Abalone shell inlay has been very good. After watching the videos related to installing the inlay on butt handles I must say it's a remarkable product. Heating is very important prior to installing. Covering the inlay with thread to set the inlay is as well. Properly measuring the piece is extremely important.
The shell inlay works well when applied properly. This is a great product to use when using it on butt handle open areas. I recommend this product whole heartly for custom rod work?

Dried up and cracked into pieces when I tried to use it

One of the edges was chipped but not a problem. Product is very nice. The red is a nice fire/lava like color. The adhesive is very strong. My cut was off slightly and had to scrape it off. It was not easy. At least I know it won’t go anywhere once applied. I’ll need to find another method of ensuring an accurate cut.

Looks amazing

Make sure to heat it well so it doesn’t crack, looks great on a rod!

The product is easy to apply. As with everything else, patience is required. Can’t rush it.