This was posted by Mr3Cushion on the OnePocket.org site
So above I mention a, 'Secret' I intentionally left out of the explanation.
I also did this, I think subconsciously in the my book in the, 'Fundamentals' chapter. I think it's because I learned the game in an era, where everyone guarded those little gems that they just couldn't give up! I guess I felt the same way, let them think figure it out!
And, I'm a little surprised no one here even touched on it. Here it is, 'Grip Pressure' at the point of contact on the CB!
For myself, the, 'Pre-shot routine' (warm-up strokes before the stance) is where most of the magic happens for me. For those that believe there are, 'different strokes' in the cue games, this is where many 3C players determine what stroke to apply for that particular shot that faces them.
I try to imitate in these warm-up strokes, the, timing, tempo, speed of the cue tip and distance to travel, and the grip pressure I feel I need at the impact of the CB to impart the correct effect on the CB!
End post.
In my opinion each shot has it's own grip pressure. Some pressures will be light, some medium and some firm. Depends on the shot at hand. Grip pressure can be applied using all four fingers or by using any of the four fingers on the hand.
Here is a player that knows a thing or two about grip pressures. Pedro, a stoke of beauty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDUYpPWoxUY&t=1378s
Just MHO.
John