Question for cue makers: How do you configure a cue to match a players shooting style? For instance, what type of hit (stiff, medium, soft) or cue weight or balance point are best for someone who shoots hard versus soft or who is a skilled player versus a novice. I would appreciate any insight that would help me get a cue that is right for me.
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By talking with my customer to see what they like. ex: forward balance or rear balance, longer taper or shorter, fat butt end or med or small. weight of the cue. what kind of hit there looking for, soft med or stiff hitting. there is a lot more ways but the best for me is listening to the person and see what they are looking for.
If you've never owned a cue but you're starting to get serious about the game, I'd suggest that you first start with a low-end production cue, Lucasi, McDermott, etc.
Actually, you may want to play with several different brands/types of cues before you step up to a custom so you have a sense of what you like and what you don't like. No two cues are alike and you should take the time to determine what is right for you.
A good custom is a substantial investment and conceivably could last you a lifetime. But that's how they're supposed to be built.
Actually, you may want to play with several different brands/types of cues before you step up to a custom so you have a sense of what you like and what you don't like. No two cues are alike and you should take the time to determine what is right for you.
A good custom is a substantial investment and conceivably could last you a lifetime. But that's how they're supposed to be built.
dave sutton
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i agree with doug but there is only so much you can do. some ppl want certin looks but doesnt suit the cue. i think it should be up to the buyer to do their homework then choose the maker. thats saying one person gets one cue. some makers have fans that order multiple cues
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i always talk to customer about what he wants in a CUSTOM cue.that is exactly what u r talking about.when people ask me what the difference is between a custom or production it all comes down to what u want i a cue made for yourself and that a custom should be made with a higher degree of construction values.my cues are balanced slightly foreward as i think that is where they play the best.actuall weight of cue is up to customers taste.and same with the hit.hope this helps but it really is up to customer to have an idea of how he wants his cue play...to a certain extent
good luck
i always talk to customer about what he wants in a CUSTOM cue.that is exactly what u r talking about.when people ask me what the difference is between a custom or production it all comes down to what u want i a cue made for yourself and that a custom should be made with a higher degree of construction values.my cues are balanced slightly foreward as i think that is where they play the best.actuall weight of cue is up to customers taste.and same with the hit.hope this helps but it really is up to customer to have an idea of how he wants his cue play...to a certain extent
good luck