Unless the maker purchased a forearm/butt set?Just guessing, but it looks like all the veneers match perfect, joint/forearm/butt.
I'd guess the same maker who built the forearm also finished the cue.
I could see that, but I'd set the expectation beforehand that I know I'm donating to him and would like some return on my investment. Whatever game we played, I'd play even but I'd want his agreement beforehand that my "donation" gets me his insight and things that can help me advance. It's not a huge ask and I'd like to think he'd be agreeable - if not, then I'd simply decline to play and find an opportunity with a different pro at a later date. I do sometimes spend my money like I'm mad at it, but not in this case. Great thought and observation though - thx!No offense, but Fedor and Sky are 2 WAYYYYYY different people. To Fedor it's a business transaction, to Sky he is like, here is what I saw you did wrong and I look forward to another game after you work on things a bit.
Have I got stories from 50 years ago.
no doubt you have more stories but i have a question was pool better 50 years ago?
The MidAmerica has been excellent for all my needs... the quality is excellent. I have 2 locations. I wanted another lathe to tinker with. Space is the issue. The shop is a closet. I choose the CueMan Micro ll as it is in 2 sections. 36" with a 12" extension. It is easier to store and move. The quality is absolutely excellent. Only shortcoming is the carriage travel not full length. I can work around that but would have bought the MidSize if I knew ahead of time. Either lathe is a good pick. To new buyers...The factors would be comparing price or delivery time frames. To be honest both are so good I'd flip a coin. I have not dealt with the new owner of MidAmerica (and I'm sure he is good)...Hightower's service, customer service is as good as it gets. He is professional. He is accommodating. My .02 is buy one or the other... do not look further.Thats good for the guy posting. Since you have both what do you like better from one brand to another
you may want to post you are looking for wayne holmes cues hereDear Citizen,
I know this is a long shot as your post about Wayne Holmes is more than 10 years old. I am looking for Wayne Holmes cues for my children and nephews. I am Wayne's daughter. I remember him telling me about your visit to his home in North Carolina. Unfortunately, my dad passed in 2014. I miss him every day. I know you are fond of his work. Might you know of someone who would be willing to sell?
Or Pea poolWe called it "Pill Pool". Even if it was played for serious money, everyone was always laughing in that game.