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    Why doesn't Aramith do a better job with proof of authenticity with their packaging?

    It is quite well known that there are Aramith imitation / fake pool balls out there. Aramith even has the following warning on their website: https://aramith.com/beware-imitations/ So why doesn't Aramith do a better job with proof of authenticity with their packaging? Adding a security...
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    quality of new Fellini 2x2 cases?

    Did a quick search for this but didn't find much. Have people been happy with the quality of the new Fellini 2x2 cases like these? https://seyberts.com/collections/volturi-fellini-style-cases
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    quality of new Fellini 2x2 cases?

    Did a quick search for this but didn't find much. Have people been happy with the quality of the new Fellini 2x2 cases like these? https://seyberts.com/collections/volturi-fellini-style-cases
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    Instroke cases now shipping with cheaper pocket clasps?

    I'm on my second Instroke 3x7 Premier black case. The first one I had lasted a long time and didn't have any issues with the male turning part of the pocket clasp (stayed put keeping pocket closed when intended, not flimsy). The second one I got seems to have a much more flimsy turning part of...
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    Is our team 8 ball BCA / FargoRate handicap system typical / reasonable?

    <did a search on this and did not find anything related to team fargo handicap> Wanted to post a longer title of: Is our team 8 ball BCA / FargoRate handicap system typical / reasonable and how does it translate to adjusting individual Fargo ratings? Our BCA 8 ball team played all 5 players...
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    what new rails and pocket options for 8 foot Global table?

    Never know whether to put a post like this here or in the Main Forum for best visibility, guess I will start here... Our Moose Lodge 8 foot Global coin op table (with "Global" name in the 4 silver corner areas) gets a lot of play. We had Simonis 860 put on it just over 2 years ago and it is...
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    problem with Instroke case with glue residue on cue shaft?

    I am on my second Instroke 3x7 Premier black case and yesterday when I took my break cue shaft and butt out there was some kind of bluish glue residue on the shaft that was very stubborn to come off with a magic eraser or a paper towel (both with or without water). Came off fine when I got back...
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    Porper Cut-Rite for tip install?

    This tool looks an very overly simplified Willard tip tool as both have cutting blades that you initially adjust and then gradually smaller as the tip is trimmed down, which could be challenging if you do not get the tip glued on squarely. Yes, I've watched the Willard tip installer video and...
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    Are we all playing with the same leather (layered / solid) tip after 4-6 months?

    Tried doing a search for this and didn't find anything. Going to one of my old league spots to get some tip work. Usually I get G2, Kamikaze brown or similar layer tips installed. They are usually medium (old preference) and lately soft. I also request the installer do an inward taper on the...
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    do the pros outweigh the cons when using quality shaft wax?

    Did some searching here and many seem to like wood shaft waxes like Renaissance, Longoni, Molinari and others. Some have reported the wax melting or getting sticky in warm conditions. Others say it is expensive (first two I mentioned) to very expensive (Molinari). Others have said they don't...
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    why do some non-factory / 3rd party shafts fit so tightly on the joint pin

    I got a 12.5mm kielwood lightly roasted shaft yesterday. Looks very nice except for one problem. I have 5 butts that have a 3/8x10 joint pin. The 3 custom cues have a 3/8x10 modified pin, the 2 Schmelkes I own have a standard 3/8x10 pin. The new I recieved seems to be very tightly tapped for...
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    any Benson "13" cues out there for sale?

    19 oz, one or two shafts, excellent shape with factory ferrule and small stainless joint. You can see the 13 cue pictured below:
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    Instroke (and similar) case tweak if you carry accessories

    Last week I put together the following tweak setup so the top carry strap on my new Instroke 3x7 black vinyl case will not be exposed to excessive wear. I did this because I was starting to see wear on an older case (same brand and model) as I have a lightweight good sized locking carabiner, a...
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    Instroke cases smaller and more textured vinyl?

    I got my first 3x7 Instroke black vinyl from Nielsen's Billiards back in early 2024 and just received a second one last week. The older one has a wider / overall larger main tube, slightly larger pockets and is a smoother vinyl. The newer one is definitely narrower in the main tube and pockets...
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    American table?

    Cross-posting to see if anyone knows details about this table: https://forums.azbilliards.com/threads/decent-table-mission-styling-on-rails-box-and-legs-with-by-american-branding.573175/#post-8064035
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    decent table? mission styling on rails, box and legs with "By American" branding

    Never heard of this table make, what model? Details including original rails used and what type of slate layout? TIA, Scott
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    Carmeli 6 point SW style cue for sale (Seattle, WA local sale only)

    decided not to sell
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    Taom chalk from Billiard Factory

    Saw a post on Facebook listing Taom chalk at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095284304653: $110 nine pieces $50 four pieces Is it legit as it is much cheaper than others are selling it for?
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    JJ cue's site down or?

    Getting a 404 at jjcue.com. Did they not pay their domain hosting fee or are they closing up shop?
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    two new elk master 13mm tip boxes in a row very hard / old?

    <posting for a friend> He ordered one new box from Amazon, another one I ordered from an established billiards shop. Both were 13mm, both boxes were very hard possibly old / stale? The second box the tips are much shorter in height also. Any feedback / ideas what is going on here? Are all...
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