long rod snaps into short socket so it doesn't move back and forth but the handle rotates freely, plastic handle extension sleeve installs easily without snapping and is also free. The knurled end of the short rod is also free to rotate. All that twisting really creates a cheap, crappy, low-quality feel that doesn't feel secure. it had to be designed in such a way that all parts were securely fixed without rotation. The design is poor but the materials themselves and the fabric case are of good