what is the best 250 to 400 dollar range cue?

armoworrior

armoworrior

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as stated above what is the best $250 to $400 range cue on the market non sneaky pete? for deflection sound of hit and tip as well I've been playing with the fuji medium which I do like. the playing cue I use now is a good cue in my mind I don't think the cue really effects much but would like to have something that is a bit more flashy when I go to tournaments that works and deflects well. I might just get an ob 2 shaft instead of a whole new cue.
 
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Also just to tell you, the OB XL and OB Classic XL shafts are amazing.....to me.
Check them out at Seybert's.
As to your question, I would start by going on eBay or the "For Sale" section here and look for an old Pechauer cue.
The fact that they often don't fetch as much as some in resale means you can take advantage of that and get an amazing cue, they make an awesome cue that really should have excellent resale value.
 
Gotta say for that price range Carolina Custom Cues all day long, great feel, hit & you get a one of a kind cue.
 
Any decent custom maker for $400 can build a really good playing sneaky pete, or plain jane.


I still think it's tough to beat a sneaky pete from Keith Kues. I have a couple available maybe for around $350-400 new!


$225 or less it's actually pretty tough to beat the newer Cuetec R360 cues. I'd say from $200-300 Joss is tough to beat. If your going to spend more than $300 just belly up on a custom sneaky pete from a reputable builder. You'll be miles ahead in the long run!!!!
 
why is everyone recommending a sneaky pete if I wanted to look like I was using a house cue I would use a house cue. the places play at everyone already knows I play well so why hide it.
 
It's too subjective to answer. There are lots of great cues in this range. Personally, I think it'll come down to what you like for a design and woods/materials used, and if you want a custom or an off the shelf cue.
 
my nephew has played with just about all the top cue makers cues and he told me to tell you that as far as cheap cues that play good, get a mcdermot, they play very well and are reasonably priced.
 
armoworrior said:
why is everyone recommending a sneaky pete if I wanted to look like I was using a house cue I would use a house cue. the places play at everyone already knows I play well so why hide it.
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Because high quality Sneaky Petes can be had in your price range. You can either spend extra bucks on the flash, or forget the flash and stay with high quality. I'm considering an OB Sneaky Pete at around $350 or Pete-with-wrap for about $425. OB makes some really flashy cues in the $600-900 range, but I'd just be paying extra for the flash.
 
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my nephew has played with just about all the top cue makers cues and he told me to tell you that as far as cheap cues that play good, get a mcdermot, they play very well and are reasonably priced.
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now I did look at the mcdermott's I do like the look I want to try to get something that plays well too
 
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now I did look at the mcdermott's I do like the look I want to try to get something that plays well too
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well I haven't played much in the last 20 years, I spend most of my time working with my nephew, getting his game back on track, but he loves his cue, like I said, he has played with most of the custom cue's and he told me the other day he would never go back, for the money, the cue he has right now plays just as good as any custom cue he ever held... when he gets done practicing I will make him come get on here and tell you his opinion.
 
tuda said:
well I haven't played much in the last 20 years, I spend most of my time working with my nephew, getting his game back on track, but he loves his cue, like I said, he has played with most of the custom cue's and he told me the other day he would never go back, for the money, the cue he has right now plays just as good as any custom cue he ever held... when he gets done practicing I will make him come get on here and tell you his opinion.
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ok thanks I appreciate the input. what tip is he using currently?
 
a compressed le pro tip. I have no idea what the spelling is but he said you should know what he's talking about.
 
Armowarrior

Take a look at our OB 2012 line. All come with your choice of OB shaft and you can find them at many of our dealers starting at about $360. And that does not include our sneakies.
 
armoworrior said:
why is everyone recommending a sneaky pete if I wanted to look like I was using a house cue I would use a house cue. the places play at everyone already knows I play well so why hide it.
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Many custom snakies are actually really good looking. People are recommending the best cue in your price range to get a "custom" rather than just spending the money on shiny stuff.

If you want something "flashy" that will look and play like a higher-end cue, try this http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cues/players/players_hxt90.htm

The shafts on the HXT Players cues are great, and the quality of the whole cue is very good.

My son has this cue http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cues/players/players_hxte10.htm and he just won the Jr MA State 9-Ball title with it :-) Players that use cues costing 4-5-6 times what this one does liked the hit of it.
 
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