As the title says, I’m exploring options for a mid-range break or break/jump cue. Something in the range of a Joss Thor Hammer, Viking Crush, J Flowers BK, Jacoby Heavy Hitter, etc.
i see the bookies don't believe in the crucible curse.. i won't even bother betting on zhao. may avoid top half altogether and bet finalist 1/2 from the bottom half.
Sold.... If available??? My Gain your lost... Newsheriffintwn is too unrated as a cuemaker, maybe in a few years I will double or maybe triple what I pay today. Dave should be /could be the cuemaker , the one you wished you brought the cue from. Same as I mention about BHQ and Crown Cue (Broken Arrow, OK), just to mention a few.
I thought so, but it was just a guess on the used logo. They still play fine, and I like their look, so I am quite happy with them. And they were not too expensive as well anyway
As to foul or not, it was REALLY close and I would challenge ANY review... I do not see how the shot could have been totally replicated... getting the balls back in the exact spot, the exact English/stroke, the exact power behind the stroke.
This looks (to me) like one of those football "on the field" calls, where it was just too close to call.
I have watched these videos and the shot tons of times... I am still unsure as to which ball made contact with the cue ball first....
I did not see a direct overhead view, live... was there an overhead camera?
My Shuriken Butterfly cue is kind of a turd. Not only is the pin drilled off-center, but the shaft has warped so badly the tip comes off the table around an inch when rolled...It is not longer even usable for a break cue. But for $100, what can you expect.
Thanks for participation in the challenge! Your support is highly appreciated.
Warped shaft is a big issue. There are several cues available right now so if you send it back, we'll change it for a new one. In case of manufacturing defect.
There are many reasons of warping on a shaft. It is unlikely that you've got a warped shaft from a box. Moisture level, environmental temperature changings, leaning position for storing a cue, horizontal loads or impacts on a shaft and many more. It is possible to investigate when we have the cue on hands.
In general, it is wood, it has to be kept in a warm dry place positioned vertically or in a closed case to keep the moisture level stable.
Anyway, email me please and we'll figure something out: shurikencues@gmail.com
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Thank you for giving me an opportunity to post in this thread.
So as you can see proper finishing does matter and it may add a tangible value for a cue. We have a lot to offer for cuemakers and cue collectors. Such as custom unique recognisable cue blanks with your ownership and an infinite possibilities for developing your collection.
There are a couple of blanks ready to be shipped today.
Our finishing costs $200 per item.
There are several cues available in stock right now. You can find them on our website.