For most of this year, I have tried to get a heavier version KW shaft because most are lighter than I require. Typically 3.4-3.7 ozs is what KW shafts seem to average and I want a 4 oz. shaft or very close. I have a Barnhart KW shaft that weighs 3.81 ozs (12.85mm). There’s a eBay listing for a 4.3 oz. KW shaft but it’s a modified 3/8x10 pin so heavier KW shafts can be built. I just haven’t found anyone to tackle building a shaft that can meet my specs. 12.75mm, 1/2” ferrule, 4 ozs. or heavier ( 29” or 29.5” length). Cory Barnhart comes close so I have a 29.5” KW shaft (12.85mm) from Cory that weighs 3.81 ozs. I just want a little thinner shaft (12.75mm), 15-16” pro taper and a tad bit heavier.
I posted months ago I found a cue maker that was confident they could build it so I ordered 2 KW shafts (3/8x10 and 3/8x11). I just learned the 1st shaft missed the weight by .4 ozs and it’s doubtful the 2nd shaft is any different, so back to the search again and I know this can be done if the builder has the right wood to use. Well, if you are up to the challenge, reach out and let me know. Send me a PM or post on this thread but don’t try to persuade me a heavier version KW shaft is not needed. I want a KW shaft has to match my orig. maple shafts’ weight.
Thanks for reading my thread and offering any suggestions about a qualified cue maker confident enough to tackle building me a KW shaft. I thought I had found a prominent cue maker interested and capable of building me what I want but it just didn’t work out despite their initial confidence months ago. Obladi Oblada……you either get what you want or settle for less…….I am just not inclined, nor willing, to do that.
