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  1. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    Thank you so much sir! I though I'd give it a proper parting before this cue of mine finds another home. Thanks again and God Bless, Al
  2. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    Hi again Remy, Good question. Yes the this Amboyna PJ is cored. I would not build one without a core as the wood has no fixed grain.:) Amboyna is indeed a light wood and like any other hard woods, is prone to warping if not processed properly. Minimum rest upon coring of this type of wood...
  3. Al_Bautista

    Check out my first cue built from Chris H. Deluxe lathe

    Nice work! Congratulations on your first cue sir. God Bless, Al
  4. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    Hi, i just contacted him and he told me that he used a Micro-Nikkor 55mm 1:2.8 non CPU lens. He says it's a macro lens. I hope I typed it right. Thanks
  5. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    Thank you also Sir. Credit on the photography goes to my friend Ben. He's an amateur photographer who loves cues and playing pool. Thanks, Al
  6. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    Thank you Sir! Length of is 29 inches for both butt and shafts. Thanks, Al
  7. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    PM sent Sir. Thanks, Al
  8. Al_Bautista

    Refinished Amboyna

    Hi Everyone. Since my posting of this cue sometime ago, interest in this amboyna pj has more than inspired me to make another one. With that, I'm letting go of this personal player. I'll be linking this thread to the for sale section soon. Before I let her go, I'd like to share pictures of her...
  9. Al_Bautista

    The latest cue that I am building for a customer

    Wow! Hello Sir! Wow!!! and Wow! again. That Cue is so pleasing to the eyes. Each and every part of that cue compliments each other. Very very nice work. Thanks for posting! God Bless, Al
  10. Al_Bautista

    20 point ebony and thuya burl w/ Ivory

    Wow! Very nice cue indeed sir! I understand how much work goes into this and I have to say that this is one of the best 20 pointers I've seen. Thanks for sharing! God Bless, Al
  11. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Hi Johnny, Yes. Tony is my brother and the youngest of us all. I was not the one who made the cue for Gaga, but I believe it is Tony's work. It's been a while since we last spoke. I'll try to get in touch with him and give you the info. God Bless Al
  12. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Alright, alright... Alright Fast_N_Loose! I'm giving in.:D Here is the rest of that cue. Though this cue available, for a Cue Connoisseur like you,I would prefer to make another one. One that would be built from the ground up according to your exacting specs. Enjoy! Al
  13. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Hahah! you got me there! Thanks man. See you then. Al
  14. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Thank you Sir! I tried a leather that's similar to the one pictured above but it didn't feel right. The one installed did blend in better. God Bless. Al
  15. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Thank you all so much! I can't say enough thanks for all your gracious replies. Thanks SCCues! Fast_N_Loose, Thanks also. Here is the other part of that cue...ooops:D Al
  16. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Thanks WawaCue! Specs of this cue are: - 8pc. radial laminated Maple core for forearm and Butt sleeve. Handle is laminated also. - Piloted 5/16 X 14 Joint Pin (Previously paired with a Low Def. Shaft) - Linen Phenolic on both Joint and Butt Cap. - Weighs 19.3 ounces God Bless, Al
  17. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Photos By Totbenru Hi Yeo! Thank you very much Sir. The photos were taken by a friend of mine Ruben Tecson. He is also here on the board as "totbenru". He is a cue nut and will go to great lengths to capture the right angle, exposure, etc. to bring out the best in a cue. You may want to pm...
  18. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    To All Amboyna Lovers Hi Dave, Thank you so much Sir for the kind words and interest in this kind cue. I send the pm as soon as I've settled the shop. Hello Mr. Wilson, Thanks also for the kind words Sir. Woods of this figure are indeed very rare. You may get an idea on how much amboyna...
  19. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Another Preview Hi again. Thank you so much for the kind words. Blowfish, shoot me a pm one of these days if you are here in the PI. Ben did a good job of taking the photos. His gear sure beat the typical point-and-shoot we are so used to. While he is still working on my site, here is...
  20. Al_Bautista

    My First Post - To all Amboyna Lovers

    Yes sir I do plan on making another one soon! I'm moving shop now so it may take a while to get everything running true again. I'll keep you posted. Thanks again!
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