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