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I am only thinking about the screw insert. It really needs attention. As a vintage intrument enthusiast, I know how much damage people do to antiques, all the while thinking they are making them look better…..

Do you mean the Brunswick Balke Collender red and gold eagle crest on the butt? The inscription in the photo reads H P MacPherson Elks Club Championship 1906

Yup, I understand. I'm sure there is a way if it indeed did need to make a trip to the States. However, best to get any work done in Canada for sure. I may sell it, though, and a buyer would probably be from the States.

Thanks, I did send a note about the cue with some pics.

The measurement from where the wood meets the ivory joint to the but end is 29.5 inches, and from the tip to the wood/joint meeting is 25 5/16 inches, making it almost 54 and 13/16 inches. The joints just look too long compared to other 360 cues. I'm sure they are not original and the cue...

Thanks for the replies. The point on the butt is cut off just below the joint if you look closely. There are a couple of hairline cracks as well, maybe indicating a break. I think it must have lost a half centimeter at least. The ivory is too long, so is not original and the screw is just...

Good news: the cue is a Brunswick Balke Collender 360 with 1906, name, and tournament engraved. Color is still really bright. Bad news: Well…very bad news actually. The cue was damaged and repaired poorly at the joint. opinions on whether it can/should be repaired / restored? Has the...