AZB Cue of the Year 2012 - Voting

[Worminator]

Here is the AZB Cue of the Year 2012 voting poll. Entries are listed in the order they were submitted. We had 28 entries, since each poll only allows 25 poll options, the last three cues will be in a separate poll found at this link.
http://forums2.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=302031

Please refer back to the entry thread below for more pictures.
http://forums2.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=299776

Below are the cues with one picture of each cue. Have fun!

 

[Worminator]

1. Prince Amboyna Box Cue

2. Tonkin Chevron

3. Mobley 2012

4. Rauenzahn 8pt Full Splice (2nd Cue from Top)

5. ScottR Hercek

 

[Worminator]

6. Keith Kustom Cue

7. Bloodwood Manzino Box Cue

8. Haley "Hellboy"

9. Tonkin Purple Haze

10. Szamboti Twins

 

[Worminator]

11. Haley Wrapless Box Cue

12. Gina Snakewood & Silver Box Cue

13. Orange Cocobolo Haley

14. Esoteric Orca II

15. Golden Hercek Box Cue

 

[Worminator]

16. Grantstew Black Boar

17. Zinzola Gambler

18. Copper Hercek

19. Tonkin Twins

20. B. Szamboti Props & Barbells

 

[Worminator]

21. Ivory Nosed Manzino

22. Darrin Hill Full Splice

23. Patrick Ebony & Ivory Butterfly

24. Jake H. Veneered Wonder

25. Gracio Ebony & Silver

 

[Worminator]

26. McWorter Year of the Dragon

27. Harris Twins

28. Gulyassy Great White

 

[Hits 'em Hard]

So why did you choose to write some of the cues 'names' down for most, but leave out a few? The name is what makes a cue stand out, please go back through and fix the ones you screwed up on. It's despicable to see a high end cue be described as "ivory nose" when it has a name.

 

[Worminator]

So why did you choose to write some of the cues 'names' down for most, but leave out a few? The name is what makes a cue stand out, please go back through and fix the ones you screwed up on. It's despicable to see a high end cue be described as "ivory nose" when it has a name.

If the name of the cue was used in the original entry post, then I used it... if it was not, I didn't. If you think it is so despicable not to use a name, then why didn't you post the name of the cue in the entry instead of just "Surprised no one has nominated this cue yet."

I guess I cue have simply named it "Surprised no one has nominated this cue yet."

And with that my AZ friends, I am done with the AZ Cue of the Year. I'm tired of getting abused each year. Obviously others think they can do a better job of it, so someone else can step up next year.

 

[zeeder]

So why did you choose to write some of the cues 'names' down for most, but leave out a few? The name is what makes a cue stand out, please go back through and fix the ones you screwed up on. It's despicable to see a high end cue be described as "ivory nose" when it has a name.

The name is what makes a cue stand out?! If this is the case, perhaps we shouldn't be shown pictures of the cues and we should just vote on the 2012 Cue Name of the Year?!

 

[zeeder]

If the name of the cue was used in the original entry post, then I used it... if it was not, I didn't. If you think it is so despicable not to use a name, then why didn't you post the name of the cue in the entry instead of just "Surprised no one has nominated this cue yet."

I guess I cue have simply named it "Surprised no one has nominated this cue yet."

And with that my AZ friends, I am done with the AZ Cue of the Year. I'm tired of getting abused each year. Obviously others think they can do a better job of it, so someone else can step up next year.

Sorry you've had to deal with all of these tools Jamie. I know this is a thankless job but I'll thank you anyway. Thank you for your hard work in putting this together, it is very much appreciated!

 

[mia]

Don't let them get ya down Jaime. Keep up the good work.

 

[cueaddicts]

So why did you choose to write some of the cues 'names' down for most, but leave out a few? The name is what makes a cue stand out, please go back through and fix the ones you screwed up on. It's despicable to see a high end cue be described as "ivory nose" when it has a name.

Pretty much a douchebag move posting this here. Jamie gave everyone ample time to nominate with whatever pics and info. Cant expect the man to chase down info or read minds.....lol.

Jamie, major kudos to you for doing this once again.....obviously too many nits to fade.

 

[scdiveteam]

Sorry you've had to deal with all of these tools Jamie. I know this is a thankless job but I'll thank you anyway. Thank you for your hard work in putting this together, it is very much appreciated!

Tap for Jamie for taking on this project every year, I know it is a lot of work but it gives the cue makers and collectors a very nice showcase and I know it is appreciated by everyone who loves cues.

Thanks Jamie,

Rick

 

[Fatboy]

wow what a great poll this turned out to be, I NEED more than one vote, its just not possible to go with one cue, too many great cues.


I really like the Purple Cue & matching case, its not a huge cue, however its got enough good stuff going for it to be a top cue of the year. Probably wont get the votes needed but that's ok, i love it and it deserves lots of credit.

 

[phil dade]

Thanks Jamie

I just want to say thanks to Jamie for this project and all his other posts that offer a positive contribution to AZ. I look forward to this and other insightful contributions. Jamie, I appreciate you time and effort that goes into this project. Thanks so much,
Sincerely,
Phil Dade

BTW, we all need to remember that there is no IQ test to post here, I think the overwhelming majority here appreciates and applauds your effort.

 

[thepavlos]

Jamie,
Please rename my friend's Mobley to Roberto so it can get more votes.
Thank you
Paul

 

[ScottR]

Jamie, no good deed goes unpunished.

Scott

 

[tattoo]

Jamie,
Please rename my friend's Mobley to Roberto so it can get more votes.
Thank you
Paul

no need buddy...it is getting my vote...i just love that cue...

 

[Ken_4fun]

I dont know who the hell JACH H Veneered cue is, but it got my vote.

LOL

If he wins or I guess whoever wins, I recommend or suggest that they have some professional (or someone who is really good) do a really good photoshoot of the winner.

Hope I didnt piss anyone off, and if I did ....too bad.

Ken