Recent content by justjames

Excited announcer: "I wasn't sure if we'd see it or not, but wait....is this...? It is! The famous hill/hill double reverse hinged elbow ball nuzzle! Spectacular!"

Pro can be a nebulous term. Unless it comes from a recognized association, then its a legit title. For example, on the Mens Pro Billiard Tour. You could join the tour as a player just by paying a registration fee and getting an ID card. If you win or place in a couple tournaments in one year you...

Try not to get caught looking for imaginary balance points. There really is no fixed balance point on a cue. It changes from cue to cue, even the same model from the same manufacturer. There is a spot, as you mentioned, where the shot feels right but that is more a comfort zone than a fixed...

My rule has always been "practice the way you play". Pool is all about muscle memory. Don't confuse things if you don't have to.

In theory I agree with you. However, it is a foul and that does not change regardless of how the players feel about it. In a friendly game the two players, knowledgeable and respectful of each other, can agree to ignore the foul and adjust the ball properly. However, in a tournament an...

I think its a reflection on the idea of micro-measurement in a game. The general rules of billiards are such that micro-measurement is not necessary since it can not be easily achieved at any given moment. For example, on some shots in a game of 8-ball you may be able to clearly see if your...

Ball placement, with the exception of ball-in-hand of course, is very specific. The lead ball on a rack should always be at the intersection of the foot string and the long axis of the table. If there is an imperfection in the table that prevents a solid rack at that exact point (thank the local...

Haha Well, to be fair, the word butt does have the definition of the heavy end of a tool or instrument such as the butt of a rifle. So it is the correct term, though not referring to the associated body part. :)

I know this is an old thread, but when I saw this post I had to respond. I have not seen Noel's work as a solo cue maker. But he was very good when he worked for Ray. Noel does not have the same shop equipment that Ray had. As such, there can and will be some variation. The process used by Ray...