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Directions:

Fishing Rod Holder

Make the sides (A).

1. Cut the sides (A) to length and overall width using table saw as shown in the cutting list.
2. Using the pattern shown in figure one draw the actual shape on a piece of oak-tag or brown paper based upon the scaled dimensions. For the pattern shown one square equals one inch. Trace the pattern onto piece (A).
3. Cut the outline with a jigsaw and smooth the cut with a drum sander, belt sander, or by hand. Trace the finished profile onto the other side, and make the cutout.
4. Pre drill 1/16“ holes in both side pieces at locations as shown in figure 1.
5. Drill 3/8” counter-bored holes ~ ¼” deep into the same locations as shown on the outside of both side pieces.

Make the top rod support (C) and bottom rod rest (B).

1. Cut the overall length and width of both the top rod support (C) and bottom rod rest (B).
2. Measure and mark the 12 bottom rod holes (see figure 2). Drill the holes ¼” deep using a 1 ½”  wood bit or hole saw.
3. Measure and mark the location for the six  rod support holders onto the front edge of the top pole support. Refer to figure 3. Repeat for the opposite side.
4. Secure the rod support holders in the locations using a screw gun.

Assemble the top and bottom to the sides.

1. Use four cabinet clamps, clamp the sides to the bottom and top. Both bottom and top pieces should be 1” from the top end and bottom end of the side pieces. Use wood glue and mount the assemblies using the 1 ½” wood screws.
2. Mount the four ¾” L metal brackets on the underneath of the bottom rod support to add additional strength to the rod holder using wood screws. 

Apply Finishing Touches.

1. Scrape off any excess glue.
2. Sand smooth with a drum sander and apply your desired finish.
3. Install mushroom-style button plugs in all counter-bore holes using a small amount of glue and tap them into place.