I never noticed it on my PM45. I'll try to pull one apart tomorrow and see what it looks like.
I can't imagine it would have any negative impact on function. It's in a tube, can't go anyplace.
In Memory of Paul "Dietrich" Stines.
Dad: Say something nice to your cousin Shirley
Dietrich: For a fat girl you sure don't sweat much.
Cue sound of Head slap.
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