I'd probably add Ned Morris and Paul Dayton in there for good measure. Obviously Paul has passed so that changes things a little. I remember really liking Travis Niklich (Black Creek) cues, though I don't know if he is still building. His work was exceptional IMO.
Love my Dayton.
The underappreciated makers are many.
Right time. Right place. Things like that can boost a name.
There are likely some greats that will go to their grave remaining fairly unknown.
When someone says my X is as good a Y (insert legendary maker), it is often met with skepticism anyway.
Personally, I think it's great to give a shout-out to makers.
Here on AZB we have makers. I always recommend to have a look at the forum where they post their cues, a subforum of the Cue and Case Gallery.
These are members of our community. Sometimes they are posting in the foums and members don't even realize they make cues. Some of them we have seen start from the first sneaky they cut down from a house cue.
Have a look:
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