It's now my favorite cue to play with. The diameter of butt and shaft are are smaller than any of my other cues. The tip is 12mm. Weight is 18.5 oz. It feels like a perfectly balanced surgical instrument.
I know this is a super old post, but wondering how much you got for this? I picked up an excellent example of same cue, except with linen wrap. Only one of the MOP inlays felt a little recessed.
Was under impression you were a radiologist from prior posts/comments. Looking at a CT on one screen and a cue on the other. I must be incorrect. I was a radiographer and sonographer.
Acquired another Rich cue. Came with another less desirable cue, but both for $106.00 plus shipping. Its in the mail/transit so have only seen pics. Appears possibly unused.
You came back! Yes, i still have it. I put a new tip on it and it's my favorite player. Will keep for foreseeable future, but thanks for interest. I like your cue as well.
I've looked for but not found much printed info or catalogues from that late 60's-early 70's era, other than Brunswick. Most info is in the memories of older forum members.
Link to another Rich Q. Very similar...
I sold you this cue on ebay. It has a nice feel. Butt has slight warp. Local cue builder and repair guy, Greg Sowder, was sure it was a Abe or Rich cue. Was leaning toward Rich Q.
Took cue to Cue maker Greg Sowder. Says it's a Rich Cue or early Viking. General consensus on Facebook the same. Definitely not an import. I automatically dont like you for insensitively bashing a favorite cue. I've seen you bash in the past. When you do it and are incorrect, you look like a big...
I've let my buddies use it and they are surprised by the amount of action they get. I'm always trying different cues and keep the top three. As the owner, I'm telling you this is an awesome cue to win games with. Would not leave a cue worth keeping in the car. That's just me.