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Who makes good pool cues?

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Asked by: David Murillo

Who makes quality pool cues?

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  • Lucasi Custom Birds-Eye Maple Sneaky Pete Pool Cue.

What pool cue is best?

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  • Players G-21T1 Graphic Natural Birds-Eye Maple Cue — Best Quality. …
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  • Viper Commercial/House 1-Piece Pool Cue — Best Value for Money. …
  • Viper Graphstrike 58″ 2-Piece Pool Cue. …
  • Viking Valhalla 100 Series No Wrap 2-Piece 58” Cue.

What weight pool cue do professionals use?

19 to 19.5 ounces

A: The pros use cues which weigh 19 to 19.5 ounces. Available pool sticks range from a low of about 15 to as much as 27 ounces, an extra half-pound over the pro cue.

Which cues do pros use?

Most pros use John Parris cues and swear by them. However, they are quite expensive and if you’re a casual player, SnookerZone wouldn’t recommend forking out lots of money on a cue if you’re only playing once in a while.

Are McDermott Cues made in China?

Manufactured in Menomonee Falls, WI, McDermott cues are known for quality construction, exotic woods, intricate inlays and limitless customization options. Proudly made in the U.S.A., these cues are covered by a lifetime warranty (including warpage), as well as McDermott’s lifetime maintenance plan.

Where are Jacoby Cues made?

Nekoosa Wisconsin

Today, high quality Jacoby cues are still American made and handcrafted in their Nekoosa Wisconsin shop.

Are carbon fiber cue shafts worth it?

A carbon fiber shaft might be more of an investment than shafts made from other materials. However, the cost is certainly worth it if you are willing to invest in a shaft that will last a long time and offer excellent performance.

What is the most expensive pool cue?

1. The Intimidator Masterpiece Cue – $150,000.00. What would you be willing to pay just to own the most expensive pool cue in the world? The price tag on this one is a whopping $150,000.

Where are Viking Valhalla cues made?

Viking advertises all over the place that their cues are 100% made in America. Turns out, only their Viking lineup is. Their Valhalla lineup is imported and made in China.

What make of cue does Judd Trump use?

John Parris cue

Judd Trump uses a John Parris cue.

What type of cue does John Higgins use?

John Higgins uses 9.75mm. I use between 9.8mm and 10mm, depending on how my cue plays with the tip. The cue I have now is perfect for a 9.8mm tip so that’s what I’m using.

What pool cue does Ronnie O’Sullivan use?

Ronnie O’Sulllivan wants to encourage players to participate in the sport at which he is so naturally gifted. He has been very involved in the design of the two piece range – demanding only the best ash to ensure the best possible performance.

What cue did Stephen Hendry use?

Powerglide Connoisseur

Seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry didn’t take long to find his perfect match, though it wasn’t the pristinely hand-crafted timber that you may think would befit the King of the Crucible. The Scot used a £40 machine-made cue, a Powerglide Connoisseur, which his dad bought for him at the age of just 14.

What cue does Neil Robertson use?

John Parris Classic cue

What cue does Neil Robertson use? Neil Robertson has been using a John Parris Classic cue since he was 15.

What cue does Mark Selby use?

This 3/4 cut cue from BCE and Mark Selby is hewn from hand selected North American Ash and finished with a 9.5mm Elkmaster tip and rapid release joint. The extension piece (included) prevents overstretching and will allow you to play with an improved stance for long shots.

What cue does Stuart Bingham use?

Gary Taylor – owner, designer and producer of Taylor Made cues has 30 years of experience making cues for players of all standards, including the cue used by Stuart Bingham when he won the 2015 World Snooker Championship Taylor Made professional grade cues are the pinnacle of snooker cue craftsmanship.

What cue tips do professional snooker players use?

What snooker cue tips do the professionals use? The top professionals use a variety of tips, but, at the moment, Century Pro Cue Tips are proving a very popular variety with the top snooker players.

What size tip do professional snooker players use?

9.5mm to 10mm

Generally speaking most pool players prefer and 8mm to 8.5mm tip for a 1 & 7/8 pool cue ball, and most snooker players prefer a 9.5mm to 10mm tip for a full size 2 1/16 snooker cue ball. American pool uses an even bigger cue ball so the tip sizes are normally between 12.5 mm and 13.5mm.

What cue does Jimmy White use?

Parris Cues

Parris Cues have been used by professional players, including Ronnie O’Sullivan, Jimmy White, Steve Davis, Stephen Hendry, Stephen Maguire, John Higgins & Neil Robertson.

Is a lighter snooker cue better?

In general, a lighter cue will allow more control over finesse shots, and a heavier cue will allow more cue ball (CB) speed with less apparent stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some people to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing.

What cue does Shaun Murphy use?

Century Pro Custom G5 Cue Tip

There are now more than ten professionals using the G5 including Shaun Murphy and Stephen Maguire.

What is the best weight for a snooker cue?

Cue Weight

A cue weighing between 17-19oz. Players with more upper body mass, bigger hands and Popeye arms can probably get away with a heavier cue but I think you can’t go much more than 19oz to play the game properly.

What is the best shaft size for a pool cue?

12 mm to 13 mm

Shaft diameters typically range from 12 mm to 13 mm. While this is a small range, shaft sizes increase by 1/4 mm increments because even 1/4 mm can greatly affect hand comfort when playing. The most important factor to take into consideration when choosing your pool cue shaft diameter as a new player is your hand size.

What length should my pool cue be?

57 inches

A standard cue length is considered to be 57 inches. This should suit most adults. Also appropriately-sized for adults, but ideal for younger or shorter players, are 48-inch cues. For very young players, a range of 36-inch cues is available.