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[hammer]

For the Hardy experts out there. I just picked up a mint condition Hardy moocher for a family member. When I put the pieces together all the way, I noticed there is a uniform gap of about a cm.

I seem to remember that this is correct to the model and I know some newer rods have this design. However, I am not 100% sure. Can someone who has expertise with this rod confirm this?

Thanks

Hammer   

[Fish Assassin]

It's the same with my Hardy Ten Ten

[ynot]

when they are new they don't fit tight,i was told by earl Anderson(hardy rep) in the 70/80s to rub pencil lead on the ferrel and work it till tight fit. my old rod is tight and I have another unused  one which has the gap. the best live bait rod ever.

[RalphH]

If it is a spigot or internal ferrule (like below from Scott Rods) then that is the way it is supposed to be. The gap allows some room for wear. It's a very reliable & strong style of join but has lost popularity because most people don't like the look.

you might be in terested in the discussion is this link - check the reply from The Glass Master, the 2nd response down: http://fiberglassflyrodders.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=49802

[hammer]

Thanks everyone.
It is as I suspected and you people confirmed. This is called a spigot ferrule and designed this way.
Thanks for chiming in.

Hammer