Anybody know anything about this new Jigmaster gearset on ebay?

[Black Pearl]

an update on the gear set:

the ring on the pinion popped off and i think that is what making the noise.  reel continued to pull well but the free spool suffered dramatically.

the ring might not be pressed in correctly. You should be able to put it back on better.

[maxpowers]

What is the purpose of the ring on the pinion gear?  Is it to keep the spindle from stripping the pinion?

[Black Pearl]

What is the purpose of the ring on the pinion gear?  Is it to keep the spindle from stripping the pinion?

I think there is a purpose for that ring. I have to take off a 113H to check it again.

[Alto Mare]

What is the purpose of the ring on the pinion gear?  Is it to keep the spindle from stripping the pinion?

Yes, To beef them up for strength.
there has been a lot of conversations about teeth shredding under stress, I haven't had that luck yet . The damage that I've seen on my gears from my stress test was related to that area where the ring sits. The teeth on my Jigmaster under that ring did get damaged and the 6/0 pinion opened up like a V shape at that same area, but the teeth never shredded, the 6/0 main gear did move to one side and got pointy though. Here is a shot of what I'm talking about, sorry couldn't find the pinion.

Click on it to enlarge.

[Black Pearl]

This seller (the same guy sold to Dawn at smooth drag) dropped the price like crazy. It is $29.95 while Charkbait is selling the same set for $39.99. It is a bargain.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/190895781428?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

I would like to know if anyone bought from him. If so, can you tell us if it is ok.

Well, that seller dropped the price again. It is $24.95 now. I guess he wants to get rid of all. Then, Charkbait is still selling it for #39.99.