Is this rod covered with nylon/plastic or is bare metal? thank you for your response.
1012870
It's a bare metal rod, not covered in plastic. The stainless steel it is made from is less hard than the gun bore, so you have no worries about damage to your barrel. Best part is that there is no seam between multiple sections. This can cause damage if they loosen up while you are cleaning. I've always used a solid, one piece cleaning rod. The old one I had I donated to a local gun range for their kids. So, I was pleased to find this one available. Have used it several times since buying it. A quality product. I am satisfied.
789135
It is plastic. the hose is metal. Still working well for me, and looks almost like new! (only because I have hard water, so there are some spots)
2232906
I am not really sure. I think its metal...but its got a plastic feeling...may be coating. My husband thinks its metal. Anyway we love it. BUT it only comes as is. Had to come back to buy hose and mount to hang on. Be careful where you place mount. My husband and I had lengthy discussion about this. He hangs everything too high for me. Settled on a good reach hieght for me and positioned toward outer part of wall with spray facing in. He wanted to put the other way around which would have resulted in water going out on to floor. My husband is very handy but can't replace the womans perspective! I am not really sure. I think its metal...but its got a plastic feeling...may be coating. My husband thinks its metal. Anyway we love it. BUT it only comes as is. Had to come back to buy hose and mount to hang on. Be careful where you place mount. My husband and I had lengthy discussion about this. He hangs everything too high for me. Settled on a good reach hieght for me and positioned toward outer part of wall with spray facing in. He wanted to put the other way around which would have resulted in water going out on to floor. My husband is very handy but can't replace the womans perspective!
929211
I think it is stainless. It was sent in a box & included the end caps. This rod still looks new & I use it for hanging wet clothes to dry. I would buy this rod again if I needed another.
1130248
Plastic, and it's actually pretty sturdy plastic. There are some metal parts, but overall mostly plastic. Biggest drawback? The sound. The drag is louder than any sea-rod I've ever heard, and it echoes like no one's business.
1569436
I believe it's plastic with chrome mylar covered over it. Not sure. Pretty sure it's not metal.
1161947
It's graphite. Don't expect much from a $30 rod. It works fine though--durable, strong, forgiving. I have 2 of this model, and 2 of the medium model. I would recommend using only mono on it, it doesn't have high-tech guides. I use the medium heavy with 30# line for larger fish--the medium size I use 20# mono.
1309537
I am re-answering the question as I just read someone said the pole was metal. It's is definitely NOT metal, but a hard plastic, as I just went out in the garage and looked at.
150113
it is metal....comes with a removable plastic guard that snaps into place. I've had one for years and never used the guard though.
2139549
The rod is stainless steel. No other finish applied. I guess some might call it a "nickel" finish look.
435939
It rods and guide plate are all metal. It tightens securely to the router and works quite well. I use it all the time and like it a lot. I recommend it.
724406
The ends where it attaches to the wall are white plastic and the rod itself is chrome. Yes it is rust proof.
1546769
It is metal (not coated plastic) but I don't know if it is solid stainless steel. It looks pretty good, does not slip down the wall, and is holding up reasonably well. I am happy with the purchase. (Note, there is a small ring of clear plastic that sits between the outer and inner rods. You barely notice it.)
383905
The only stainless part that I can tell, is the actual rod that the 2nd head slides up and down on. Everything else is chrome plated plastic, but of ample quality. I had one for 5+ years and this one seems like it will last as well.
876703
No, the rod itself is a coated metal tube. Only the 2 wall mounts are made of a tough resin. All in all I think it is a very good choice.
2265403
According to the SA description, it is a graphite rod. My rod does not have any markings of material type on it.
1433754
If I understand your question then it is plastic. The piece and the end of the metal rod, right? I have to admit, since I bought it I bought a second for work, it is the best quality press I have owned. Let me know if you have any other qs