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The threaded insert on my Defy shaft appears to be nylon, to me, and does feel softer than conventional wood/steel/CF.

There is one problem fitting a modern shaft to the original pin of a D series cue. The older McDermotts, D series included, have a 3/8x10 pin with a larger minor diameter than the modern 3/8x10 threads. I just had McDermott replace an older pin, in a RS model cue, to accommodate a Defy CF...

Round is their natural shape in the wild. Anyone who has ever hunted pool balls, knows that. :cool:

I think it's important to keep in mind this was intended to be a different format than Open Championships. Somewhat meaningless pool play is what a regular season in all sports, from Little League to Major Leagues, looks like. This 9-ball league was completed in 1 week! I think Matchroom did...

Is this in the same location as Rum Runners?

Just to note, McDermott shafts are available in .843” and .855” collars. Be sure to buy the one that matches up with your cue’s joint collar. Sent from my iPhone using AzBilliards Forums

IMO, the only reason to send it to McDermott is to replace the pin, with something other than 3/8x10, or to match it up with a shaft that you are having tapped to a 3/8x10. I wouldn’t do either. Just buy a 3/8 x10 shaft that you think you may like and play with it. I have several McDermotts and...

I wouldn’t change the Haag shaft you currently have. You like it on your current cue but may not like it for your new McDermott and you no longer have it for your current cue. Just buy a new shaft from any supply house. Pick the one that you feel will most likely fit your play, even if it is...

From what I’ve seen, Ouschan has hit a bad patch, as of late. Snake bit, if you will. He struggled back when the virtual matches were being televised and was visibly irritated with his play and rolls. With fewer opportunities to compete, he looks to still be out of form. My hope is, he gets past...

Fortunski made himself known in the US, at Vegas last year. I really enjoy watching him. He's smooth, accurate and has a a great demeanor. I think his Fargo is around 790. He plays this good every time I have seen him.

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First, I assume we are talking about a competitive matchup, with real competitive emotions involved. If it’s just a friendly, who cares either way what happens. A story from a long time ago. After my opponent played safe and left me locked up, I barely missed on a slow rolling three-rail kick...

314-2 is my regular playing shaft. I have also played with the OB Phoenix. The Kiel wood shaft plays stiffer than the 314-2. It did not seem to be anywhere near the LD of the 314-2. It also felt very light and made the cue feel butt heavy. Compared to standard maple, both shafts have a dead feel...

Since your question is, how many of us would have said something, I’ll answer that. I most likely would not have said anything. For me to speak up when my opponent is over the ball is rare. Not because I am trying to use the rules in my favor but out of fear of offending/sharking my opponent...

I was, like a few have already mentioned, always curious who the man (Stu) was, that attended and sweated what seemed like every single TV match I had ever seen. I could tell he was an important person. He had great seats, sat with known pool figures and people were always wanting to talk to...

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If you want to get better at potting balls, practice potting balls. If you want to get better at safety play, practice safety play. If you want to learn better patterns and creative shots, go to YouTube and watch the best players play, then practice what you learn. If you want to get better at...

I completely agree with the above statement. It’s not realistic to think pool can grow, in popularity and prize money, without overcoming issues like this. IMO, there isn’t anything wrong with the way it is being addressed, for this league. At the end of the day, those involved will decide...

Don’t give up on it. I’ve recorded 59 matches that were carried by Direct TV, in the last 7 months. They weren’t live, of course, but televised nonetheless. Sent from my iPhone using AzBilliards Forums

Thanks for the info, guys. I'm still undecided and do not understand why McDermott chooses to use a "soft" tip as their stock option.