Hello everyone I have a quick question.  I picked up a two piece St. Croix Avid from an online auction.  It is a factory return.  The tip was broken but the entire top piece was replaced from an identical rod so it is back to normal and in great shape.  However,  since it is a factory return the label has been scraped off. My question is what can I use to seal this small area. Thank you!

I would put a black or grey thread wrap over the area and apply rod finish.

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I would have never thought about that,  that is a great idea! Thank you!