QUOTE (Raymond Adams @ Dec 28 2009, 06:17 PM)

I'm not familar with the Orvis but a thread ramp can be done several ways. A lot of guys use 5min epoxy to create the small ramp. You can apply a small amount then with denatured alcohol on your finger spin the blank & smooth out & shape the ramp. Let dry & wrap over the ramp & apply CP (if you use it) and finish.
You can also use thread finish to make the ramp. Put the rod in a dryer but raise the tip up and put a small amount of finish at the transition. The raised tip will allow the liquid to build up at the transition.
Thank you. I'll give the epoxy-way a go.