Look underneath the table, the materials used to construct the table and labeling can be seen from underneath. These should shed some light on what kind of table it is. Usually, you’ll be looking for a label.
TAD delron joint protectors can be ordered from TAD, they make them custom fit for the cue if you have your cue there. TAD shafts with silver ring are not that common, easier to order a shaft from TAD, IMHO.
Serial number #1 gives us the date when TAD started using serial numbers, August 1978. Keep in mind that TAD Kohara had been making cues since the mid-1960’s, thus there are many cues that do not have a serial number.
This is a picture thread, so pictures welcome.
There are 3 TADCUP competitions each year: USA, Taiwan (Asia), and Japan; hence, 3 cues with the same year, but usually they will list USA, Taiwan/Asia, or Japan after the year.
Great price for this TADCUP cue, GLWS.