JB Butterfly Case Question.....

Onepocketking1 · Jun 20, 2019

I have finally found a good deal on a 2x4 JB Butterfly Case recently. Took my cues out of my old case and loaded the Jb Case. To get the case close I had to squeeze the hell out of it to get the zipper to close. I said maybe I loaded it wrong so I tried every combination. Still had to squeeze the hell out of it to close. John posted a video on YouTube saying that there is enough room in his butterfly cases for other items if needed like a hand towel or a manual. That will never happen with the case I have. I’m wondering if anyone else has the same problem. JB Butterfly Case owners, Please share your experience.

Catalin · Jun 20, 2019

Could your cues be longer than standard and or with long joint protectors?

Julian

Onepocketking1 · Jun 20, 2019

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Catalin said:
Could your cues be longer than standard and or with long joint protectors?

Julian

They are standard size. Length isn’t the problem. It isn’t wrapping around the cues and zipping shut normally. I have to squeeze both sides closed then zip it closed.

Catalin · Jun 20, 2019

Pictures?

Julian

ctyhntr · Jun 20, 2019

Pics and measurements?

Onepocketking1 said:
They are standard size. Length isn’t the problem. It isn’t wrapping around the cues and zipping shut normally. I have to squeeze both sides closed then zip it closed.

Onepocketking1 · Jun 20, 2019

ctyhntr said:
Pics and measurements?

All the specs for the case are on his site. I’ll try to post some pics later but I don’t think pics will really show the problem. A video would be best.

KAP1976 · Jun 20, 2019

I have a 3 by 6 JB butterfly that I carry two playing cues and a break cue in and I can attest that it's a stiff fit. Its not like some Bug Bunny cartoon where it looks like I'm overfilling a suitcase then having to sit on it to close it but you do have to apply some pressure to get the zipper pulled closed.

Onepocketking1 · Jun 20, 2019

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KAP1976 said:
I have a 3 by 6 JB butterfly that I carry two playing cues and a break cue in and I can attest that it's a stiff fit. Its not like some Bug Bunny cartoon where it looks like I'm overfilling a suitcase then having to sit on it to close it but you do have to apply some pressure to get the zipper pulled closed.

Same thing here, I’m not saying that I have to sit on it but it shouldn’t have to have any pressure to close. Thanks for sharing.

Keith E. · Jun 20, 2019

KAP1976 said:
I have a 3 by 6 JB butterfly that I carry two playing cues and a break cue in and I can attest that it's a stiff fit. Its not like some Bug Bunny cartoon where it looks like I'm overfilling a suitcase then having to sit on it to close it but you do have to apply some pressure to get the zipper pulled closed.

Do you have any concerns with lateral pressure on the cues to the point that the shafts may be stored in such a way that might lead to warping? OP, this question is for you as well.

Keith

KAP1976 · Jun 20, 2019

Keith E. said:
Do you have any concerns with lateral pressure on the cues to the point that the shafts may be stored in such a way that might lead to warping? OP, this question is for you as well.

Keith

Honestly no, because I feel like the padding sleeves for the shafts absorb any pressure.

Onepocketking1 · Jun 20, 2019

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Keith E. said:
Do you have any concerns with lateral pressure on the cues to the point that the shafts may be stored in such a way that might lead to warping? OP, this question is for you as well.

Keith

Honestly, I was looking forward to upgrading to a more quality cue case that can do what my old case did. Normally with other butterfly cases I could fit another cue. That doesn’t seem to be an option with this case. I have an Action 2x4 butterfly case that fits another cue if I needed to.

mikemosconi · Jun 20, 2019

I don't know why anyone would want a butterfly case that is so difficult to close with the proper amount of cues as per the specs? Who would want to deal with that every time you used the case? Seems like a known case maker would be aware of this issue? I own a 4X8 Porper USA case- bought from an AZ member and it is made to close with 4X8 NO problem. I would think over time an overstuffed zippered case would put too much stress on the zipper and it would eventually break apart.

ctyhntr · Jun 20, 2019

If you're able to post a video here, also send the link to John Barton on Facebook. He may jump in and help you.

Onepocketking1 said:
All the specs for the case are on his site. I’ll try to post some pics later but I don’t think pics will really show the problem. A video would be best.

cardiac kid · Jun 20, 2019

Onepocketking1 said:
I have finally found a good deal on a 2x4 JB Butterfly Case recently. Took my cues out of my old case and loaded the Jb Case. To get the case close I had to squeeze the hell out of it to get the zipper to close. I said maybe I loaded it wrong so I tried every combination. Still had to squeeze the hell out of it to close. John posted a video on YouTube saying that there is enough room in his butterfly cases for other items if needed like a hand towel or a manual. That will never happen with the case I have. I’m wondering if anyone else has the same problem. JB Butterfly Case owners, Please share your experience.

One, I've had a 4 x 8 JB Butterfly for over five years. I travel with only one shaft short of a full case. Once in a great while, I have trouble closing the case and have to "squeeze" it. All the joint protectors are at one end as it was suggested by John. My case has two pockets and they are loaded! Don't think the pockets have any influence on how tight the case is. Contact John if you are still unsure.

Lyn

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