JossWest Maybe? Replaced Butt Cap

Shooter08

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I have been offered this cue, It looks like it may be a Joss West with a replaced butt cap. Anyone have any ideas if it is or isn't or idea of value. If i pick it up it may be for sale. Thx
 
70-80%, you need more pictures
I am sure guys who know more than me will try to help you with better pictures and specs
 
Unfortunately this is all i have to go on, until i go see it in person. If anyone knows what i should look for when the cue is in my hands please let me know. THx
 
I can't tell if the cue was made by Stroud based solely on these photos but it looks like one of his cues. I'd venture a guess that it is a Josswest with 65-70% confidence.
 
As others have said, looks to be a Josswest. Model 17 from this catalog, I believe.

Scott
 

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Did they make any cues without the JW on the buttcap, this one must of been replaced if they did not, any idea on value, I think I am going to pick it up tonight, but not sure what it may be worth without the JW. Thx
 
Did they make any cues without the JW on the buttcap, this one must of been replaced if they did not, any idea on value, I think I am going to pick it up tonight, but not sure what it may be worth without the JW. Thx

I bought one where the buttcap had been replaced and the JW was not on it. I sent it to Bill and he engraved the JW for free. I offered to pay him and he refused. He didn't want money for shipping either.

Once I got the cue, I sent him $50 for doing it and told him not to send the money back.

Compare that to some of the stories you hear about today's cuemakers.

For you, I honestly don't know how you can get it marked, but IMO, it is worth much less without the marking.

A few years ago, in perfect condition I have seen these cues marked $2500. I know I wouldn't give that for it. IMO, is $1000+. This model is a production cue IMO, much like the Gina cues. It isn't a rare cue, but I like it. In 100% condition it really is nice. I pay more for ivory joints and non standard models.

I wish you the best of rolls and good luck in the cue.

Ken
 
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As others have said, looks to be a Josswest. Model 17 from this catalog, I believe.

Scott

Thanks for posting that. I 'see mine there. What year is the catalogue from?

Wish I could go back in time for a visit.

TD
 
It sold for $415 shipped to MN, I was to late on getting back to the guy, bummer. Thx for all the help everyone, he wanted $650 originally and I couldnt pull the trigger unless I was sure.
 
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