Need Some Help With Ferrules

[Bill Bettencourt]

I just bought some TT black gold shafts in x-flex.  They are .370 parallel but I can't find any ferrules that will fit over the tip.  I've tried 3 different ferrules.  Anyone have any suggestions?  Thanks. 

[Piz]

Try one of several things.  A bit of Chap-Stick will help.  Drilling a .370 hole in a block of wood helps.  And buying a ferrule installation tool (a small metal tube with graduations) also helps. Ferrules sometimes require a bit more force than seems appropriate.  I get them started with a dab of Chap-Stick...then seat them with a hammer and wooden block.  Dry fit the shaft first then wrap a piece of tape, on the shaft, where the top of the ferrule should end up.  That will give you a stopping point.  An older method is to use acetone.  It will dissolve a ferrule but it does work.  Use sparingly if at all.

[Club Rat]

23 hours ago, Bill Bettencourt said:

fit over the tip

Make sure the shaft tip does not have a burr. Use emery cloth or sand paper to smooth the edge.
Also, if they are not sliding up on the staff, liquid soap or as mentioned above, Chap Stick.
And you could bore the ferrules by hand twisting them on a drill bit.

If all fails, try different brands of ferrules. Make sure you are ordering "Parallel" not Tapered. 

[Bill Bettencourt]

Thanks for the help.  I will try these tips.