Having broken the tip on my Grays I contacted about a replacement. Unfortunately they could not replace as time has passed. On an earlier post, some of you guys suggested the repair which I have done and am pleased. HOWEVER? My new Hardy 9'6" -# 7 is absolutely the bollocks. Reason being that the TD7 was not available and would I accept something comparable. Can't wait to get out with it. They also offered me me a pro Hardy but to be honest, I probably wouldn't know the difference. Now I am the proud owner of a repaired Grays 9' and the new Hardy 9'6". Look out you trout.jok.