-The Rolling Stones
When choosing the colors for the wraps there are a few general directions you can go. Some folks like to make a bold statement by choosing wrap colors that will stand out against the rod & catch the eye. Others prefer to have the wraps blend in with the rod, giving the rod a more subtle appearance. Most often I find that anglers tend to choose a color that falls between those two color schemes: a wrap that stands apart from the rod color, but not so much that it draws the eye from a distance.
No matter what color scheme you choose for your custom fly rod, the guide wraps play a huge role in the overall cosmetics of the rod. Because of that it's worth it to me to take the time & effort to get the wrap colors right. After all, I want my rod clients to enjoy & appreciate ever aspect of their custom fly rod.