Tim Prince’s Relationship to John Davis
Tim Prince (Chicago-area cuemaker) and John Davis (legendary full-splice blank maker) had a close, long-term partnership that produced some of the most respected custom cues in the modern era. John Davis was renowned for crafting exceptionally high-quality, full-splice blanks using premium woods and precise construction techniques. For a number of years, Tim Prince partnered directly with Davis: he would take those superior Davis blanks and apply his own elite-level finish work — inlays, point work, joint precision, and overall craftsmanship — to create complete cues that became known as “Davis-Prince” combinations.
This collaboration paired Davis’s world-class blank quality (often full-splice ebony or exotic wood constructions) with Prince’s meticulous detailing, clean joint work, and artistic eye. The result was cues that collectors and players both praise for outstanding playability (hit, balance, feedback) and stunning aesthetics. Davis-Prince cues are now highly collectible, especially since John Davis passed away in 2018 — his blanks are no longer being produced and have become increasingly rare and valuable. Many of Prince’s most sought-after pieces (including 6-point, 8-point, and bridged designs) were built on Davis blanks, which is why you’ll often see them referred to as “Davis-Prince” in the custom cue world.
I am Offering: Four-Point Amboyna Burl John Davis / Tim Prince Cue
I'm proud to present this exceptionally rare and stunning four-point Amboyna burl John Davis / Tim Prince cue — a true Davis-Prince collaboration in mint condition.
Key Specifications:
• Four-point Amboyna burl design (gorgeous, highly figured exotic burl that is one of the most desirable woods in custom cues)
• Built on a premium John Davis full-splice blank with Tim Prince’s signature precision finishing
• All white diamonds and inlays are genuine material (no synthetics)
• Exceptionally rare 5/16 × 14 stainless steel joint (a premium, low-profile joint that is highly sought after for its smooth feel and durability)
• Two AAA-grade maple shafts (top-tier straightness, density, and performance)
• Mint / like-new condition throughout — no wear, perfectly straight, and ready to play at the highest level
Priced at $3,850 firm — no trades. This is a rare opportunity to own a genuine Davis-Prince piece with premium Amboyna burl, elite inlays, and that ultra-desirable stainless joint. These cues don’t come around often, especially in this condition and with two AAA shafts included.
Tim Prince (Chicago-area cuemaker) and John Davis (legendary full-splice blank maker) had a close, long-term partnership that produced some of the most respected custom cues in the modern era. John Davis was renowned for crafting exceptionally high-quality, full-splice blanks using premium woods and precise construction techniques. For a number of years, Tim Prince partnered directly with Davis: he would take those superior Davis blanks and apply his own elite-level finish work — inlays, point work, joint precision, and overall craftsmanship — to create complete cues that became known as “Davis-Prince” combinations.
This collaboration paired Davis’s world-class blank quality (often full-splice ebony or exotic wood constructions) with Prince’s meticulous detailing, clean joint work, and artistic eye. The result was cues that collectors and players both praise for outstanding playability (hit, balance, feedback) and stunning aesthetics. Davis-Prince cues are now highly collectible, especially since John Davis passed away in 2018 — his blanks are no longer being produced and have become increasingly rare and valuable. Many of Prince’s most sought-after pieces (including 6-point, 8-point, and bridged designs) were built on Davis blanks, which is why you’ll often see them referred to as “Davis-Prince” in the custom cue world.
I am Offering: Four-Point Amboyna Burl John Davis / Tim Prince Cue
I'm proud to present this exceptionally rare and stunning four-point Amboyna burl John Davis / Tim Prince cue — a true Davis-Prince collaboration in mint condition.
Key Specifications:
• Four-point Amboyna burl design (gorgeous, highly figured exotic burl that is one of the most desirable woods in custom cues)
• Built on a premium John Davis full-splice blank with Tim Prince’s signature precision finishing
• All white diamonds and inlays are genuine material (no synthetics)
• Exceptionally rare 5/16 × 14 stainless steel joint (a premium, low-profile joint that is highly sought after for its smooth feel and durability)
• Two AAA-grade maple shafts (top-tier straightness, density, and performance)
• Mint / like-new condition throughout — no wear, perfectly straight, and ready to play at the highest level
Priced at $3,850 firm — no trades. This is a rare opportunity to own a genuine Davis-Prince piece with premium Amboyna burl, elite inlays, and that ultra-desirable stainless joint. These cues don’t come around often, especially in this condition and with two AAA shafts included.
