You understand the construction details that I explained, and you are correct. While it would be a DC short, it is not when it comes to RF. RF and DC work quite differently. Ron, K8HSY -----Original Message----- From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Bob Martin Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2013 9:13 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Question about The 2 Meter J Pole I know very little about antenna design, so for those who do, this will = look like either a misunderstanding of the information or antenna = theory. Sounded like the center connector and braid are both connected to the = continuous bent tubing. Bet someone will clear this up for me. 73: Bob KC3FI