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Step 7 : Once thats done, go around and clip JUST the cord to the rest of the clips

Multi-disc, Japanese oiled felt drag washers

A small visible gap may remain at some ferrule connections

Thanks to this material and the fabric weave, water rolls off the sides of the bag and its two-way flap closure, especially if you have it clipped shut instead of rolled up

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