I am looking for reviews if any one has an opinion about these 2 break cues.
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Mezz Power Break Kai vs BK3
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My very strong preference in having tried both is definitely for the Mezz Kai.
Of those two.
That being said I like the Power Break II even more than the Kai.
It is one powerful break cue. Almost too much. But that's a good thing because you'll just swing your hand a little and before you know it the rack is all over the place.
Also one major thing I don't like about the BK3, other than how it feels, is how would you get a shaft for it if it broke?
This is a company known for making shafts but when it comes to their break cues it's No No!
Of those two.
That being said I like the Power Break II even more than the Kai.
It is one powerful break cue. Almost too much. But that's a good thing because you'll just swing your hand a little and before you know it the rack is all over the place.
Also one major thing I don't like about the BK3, other than how it feels, is how would you get a shaft for it if it broke?
This is a company known for making shafts but when it comes to their break cues it's No No!
I've had 2 BK3's pass through my hands. I just don't like them. Still using my BK2, but I was highly impressed by the Jacoby Edge break cue at the expo. Any Mezz Break cue is great, but I feel they're a bit overpriced. Anyone have any thoughts on the OB?
But to answer your question, I would invariably go with the Mezz over the BK3.
But to answer your question, I would invariably go with the Mezz over the BK3.
I used the original OB-1 break cue and it gets the job done. Good control on the cue ball yet you can still smash em.
The Mezz breakers are solid, but I don't feel they are very much ld.
The BK3 has a funny taper. I like it when breaking from the bed of the table, but not so much from the rail on a 9'. If you play mostly barbox the 3 works well.
I like the BK2 shaft when breaking from the rail on the 9'. The length of the taper is well suited (for me). I flip between these two shafts on a BK3 butt (sounds dirty).
I dislike the phenolic tips that come on them. They get changed out asap.
The BK3 has a funny taper. I like it when breaking from the bed of the table, but not so much from the rail on a 9'. If you play mostly barbox the 3 works well.
I like the BK2 shaft when breaking from the rail on the 9'. The length of the taper is well suited (for me). I flip between these two shafts on a BK3 butt (sounds dirty).
I dislike the phenolic tips that come on them. They get changed out asap.
WHY would you want your break cue to have a low deflection shaft, and how onearth would that aid you in a good break?
I think that quite a few players dont know what low deflection means...
Mezz KAI vs BK3 is a no brainer. The Mezz break cue is leaps and bounds better in every way.
Why do you need ld on your breaker. Did Predator sell you on that too.....lol
I have an Alex Brick that's stiff as a 2x4 with that diamond wood.
It breaks very well too.
Francisco Bustamante used to break with a 314 shaft on his Bear J/B cue. Ask him why he liked the low reflection shaft. And I think he breaks harder than any of the cue experts on AZ.
You answer your own question with "used to" 314 is rubbish as a break shaft
Thanks everyone. While I would still appreciate anyone's comments I must say I did go ahead and purchased the Mezz from Joerackem. I have owned the BK3 before and was considering getting it again as I thought it was pretty decent, but based on the reviews I have heard it makes me excited to try the Mezz.
Right. He then started using the BK when it came out. Then he used a BK2. I think he's currently breaking with a BK3. See a pattern?
Let me clarify.
On a powerful break shot, I want a shaft to deflect away from the CB so the ball travels as straight as possible. If one breaks with enough vim and vigor, it would be a salient point that controlling the accuracy of the CB during the execution of a technique containing a lot of fast moving body parts is is of the paramount of importance.
I play with a solid maple shaft because I like to feel the cueball. When I swing a breakshot, that feel takes a backseat and I would rather the cueball deflect as little as possible and for the cuestick to deflect as much as possible.
In my observations, most pros use either Mezz or Predators, because they're breaking for their paychecks and these cues give them the best performance for their jobs. In my most recent observations, young pros are starting to use Revo shafts for breaking only. We'll see how that trend evolves.
I own both Mezz and Predator break cues, and I agree with you that the Mezz is better made. That being said, I carry the Predator with me because it gives me better accuracy at speed and I have won with it. Play with what you like amigo, de gustibus non est disputandum.
Yes, the BK shafts are made differently than 314, your point is?
One would be remiss if they were to believe that even the most well-intentioned centerball aims was not affected and subject to error due to body movement during a powerful break stroke, and such error could be somewhat mitigated through the use of a LD break shaft; and,
One would further be remiss if they were to deny that in certain "break from the box" situations, whereas the use of off-center aim is employed when executing a cut-break (i.e., a break shot using a certain type of english), that the use of an LD break shaft would also be advantageous.
I think we are both in accord with the fact that we like to use LD break shafts. The amount of accepted feel vs. accuracy, however, is purely a subjective preference. No need to get all mezz'd up over it.