Break shaft Ferrule repair

[Flakeandrun]

Two things:
1) I got a hairline crack in my Ignite G ferrule, and I am considering whether to have it repaired or to leave it. It doesn't currently affect the breaking, make any strange sound or anything like that. But I am concerned it is a problem waiting to happen. I can have it repaired for around 400rmb (40$) - Wondering if it's worth doing, and if anyone has experience with replacing the ferrule on a carbon break shaft to share. Whether the IGG (or whatever Mezz calls it) is easy to replicate? Whether it is going to be a lasting repair on a carbon shaft? Which I imagine is not going to be as consistent as a repair to a wood shaft being a less malleable material.

2) Picked up a spare united joint break shaft from a brand called 'Gold9' - made in Japan apparently. Bought it second hand for 1200rmb (120$), and it looks (as you'd expect Japanese product to be) very well made. Slightly slower taper than the Ignite G resulting in a 12.9mm tip (compare to my Ignite G which is just below 12.8mm with a more pronounced taper). Hit a handful of racks with it last night. Quite happy with it. Will hit a few more later and stick some thoughts and pictures here. Anyone heard of this brand before?

To be honest, even with the slight crack, I could likely sell the Ignite G for more than I have paid for this Gold9, as they don't come up often on re-selling apps

 

[Kim Bye]

So you think that crack is just going to stay like that? By not doing anything you are risking the integrity of the carbon fibre tube itself. Changing the ferrule on a Ignite break shaft is no different than any other carbon fibre shaft. Use G10 material and obviously the correct type of epoxy.
$40 is dirt cheap. I would charge double that.

 

[Flakeandrun]

So you think that crack is just going to stay like that? By not doing anything you are risking the integrity of the carbon fibre tube itself. Changing the ferrule on a Ignite break shaft is no different than any other carbon fibre shaft. Use G10 material and obviously the correct type of epoxy.
$40 is dirt cheap. I would charge double that.

Thank you for the feedback, I had one guy tell me not to worry, and another say to change it. Your answer lines up with my thoughts.
I have asked the guy about the material and resin he plans to use.
China prices and work quality is unbeatable. Think I will move. forward with the repair.

 

[Flakeandrun]

So you think that crack is just going to stay like that? By not doing anything you are risking the integrity of the carbon fibre tube itself. Changing the ferrule on a Ignite break shaft is no different than any other carbon fibre shaft. Use G10 material and obviously the correct type of epoxy.
$40 is dirt cheap. I would charge double that.

He says he is getting the material directly from Mezz. So, I am curious how it turns out. Little roll of the dice.

 

[Flakeandrun]

So, the ferrule repair… Fast, high quality. Was nothing wrong with my break before. But I can tell the difference big time. Very happy camper. Overwhelmed with the quality for price. Kamui Sai Hard, ferrule repair, there and back in a day. Paid for the table fee at the hall of my choice while I tested it out. 400rmb (40$).

Also, the gold9 shaft is a gun. Certainly more suitable for 8/10 ball breaking in my opinion. But a great shaft nonetheless. Likely keep it as a spare.

Thanks KimBye for the little extra push I needed to get it sorted.