Who makes Viking pool cues?

Asked by: Jessica Lux

Where is Viking cues made?

In August of 2013, Viking Cue moved its office and manufacturing to Middleton, WI. The new state-of-the-art facility demonstrates Viking Cue’s values, vision and commitment to innovation, quality and craftsmanship.

Where are Viking pool sticks made?

in the USA

Viking Cue is a legend in billiards and has refined the art of making custom pool cues over its 50 year history. 100% Made in the USA, every Viking Cue is meticulously handcrafted from the finest materials and subject to the strictest quality control standards in the industry.

Who owns Viking cues?

businessman Mark Larson

The company – a small business but one of the largest makers of two-piece pool cues in the country – was purchased May 9 by Madison-area businessman Mark Larson.

Are Viking Cues Made in USA?

Viking Cues are 100% Made In The USA.

How much is a Viking pool cue worth?

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Cues with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price under $299 come with the V Pro shaft, while those over $300 feature the ViKORE shaft. Other Viking shafts such as the eXactShot Pure Performance Shaft can be special ordered.

How do I tell what model my Viking pool cue is?

On one side of the butt the word “Viking” will be engraved. It will have a capital “V” with the rest of the letters lower case. Look directly under the word, “Viking.” On authentic Viking cues, you will see the letters “USA” centered under the word “Viking” and will all be capital letters.

What joint does Viking use?

The Viking Quick Release joint is by far the most common and is basically a 5/16×18 joint that is quick release. If you look at the pin coming out of the butt of your cue and the threads do not go all the way up the joint pin, then you have the Viking Quick Release joint.

Are Valhalla pool cues good?

5.0 out of 5 stars Really GOOD stick ! I think the Viking Valhalla two-piece sticks are exceptional. Good balance and the smaller diameter shaft and tips that I prefer. Finish is great.

Where are Dufferin pool cues made?

Mississauga

Dufferin’s pool cues are manufactured in Mississauga near Toronto, mainly from a species of hard rock maple, a tight-grained wood found only in upstate New York, New Hampshire and the contiguous area of Canada.

What are Sneaky Pete cues?

The Sneaky Pete or Hustler style cue is the oldest and most traditional design for a two piece pool cue. The original concept for the Sneaky Pete was to create a cue that would look like a standard bar cue when assembled.

Are pool cue shafts interchangeable?

The pool cues that are only one piece cannot be changed with any other pool cue as they are simply one piece. To change or interchange the shaft, you need to separate the halves and connect the shaft with the bottom handle to the shaft you want to replace with.

How important is a cue butt?

Neither has much impact on play. The player is the biggest impact, maybe tip second, then shaft and then butt. Still, to me the butt, especially the wrap area is very important because that is the part of the cue you hold and direct at the cue. The confidence the wrap gives you helps you cinch those tough shots.

Does a pool cue make a difference?

No matter how fancy your pool stick, if you can’t make accurate and consistent contact with the cue ball, it won’t matter. The type, density and, size of your tip can literally be the difference between hit or miss.

How do you make a carbon fiber pool cue shaft?

But with this one I'm going to be using two separate colors instead of just a one single red color I went with a carbon silver. And an OEM black from KP pigments and used some total boat epoxy.

Can you break with a carbon fiber shaft?

Yes, you can break a carbon fiber pool cue shaft. However, they are much more durable, don’t warp and can withstand dinks and more of a “beating” compared to wooden shafts.

Can you make pool balls out of epoxy resin?

Pool cues as well may made be made from epoxy resin – you can find an example on instructables.com. (Billiard balls are also made of resin – but its phenolic resin – a specialty polymer used for industrial-grade products that need to adhere to exacting specifications.)

How do you make a pool cue without a lathe?

So I actually pinch it between a dog. And the wall on the other end and that holds it in place while I complain it and then I can flip it around and do it from the other end.

What kind of wood is pool sticks made out of?

hard rock maple wood

Materials and design



Good quality pool cues are customarily made from straight-grained hard rock maple wood, especially the shaft. Snooker cues, by contrast, are almost always made of ash wood, although one might come across one with a maple shaft. Maple is stiffer than ash, and cheaper.

How do I make my pool stick straight?

With the cue at a 60-degree angle to the floor, place the flat of one hand, palm down, directly on the bend. Press down on the cue, holding it still with your hand. The cue will bend easily into shape. Rotate the cue again and repeat, checking and adjusting until you have straightened the cue.

How do I make my own pool cue?

I started off with some black walnut that was originally intended to be firewood. The wood needed to be split into pieces that will fit into a custom mold made to cast the cue.

What is a full splice pool cue?

A full splice cue (as shown in the images) means that the points are milled at both ends and interlock with one another. The term FULL Splice means that the bottom portion of the point is one piece that extends to the length of the handle of the cue. This process is often seen in high-end custom cues and house cues.

What are pool balls made of?

There are two different materials used to make pool balls today: Phenolic Resin. Polyester Resin.

How do I turn my pool cue on a lathe?

Jig on here this you can just rotate around like a metal lathe. And that's pretty much the carriage it's a really simple design.

What is the best wood to make a pool cue?

hard rock maple wood

Customarily, a pool cue of exceptional quality is made from a straight-grained hard rock maple wood, especially the shaft.

What is a pool cue blank?

West African Ebony Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks



Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service.