I have this pool cue that weighs 21 ounces. I would like to get it down to 19 ounces. I've never cored a pool cue before, but think this might be a good opportunity. Obviously, if not done properly, I destroy the pool cue. The Butt is solid wood and I'm being told it looks like Goncalo Alves (57 lbs/ft3). Before I commit to doing this, I wanted to see if there were other options that I should consider. I do want to maintain the wrapless approach. for coring, I'll need to purchase tooling for coring deeper than my present capabilities. I presently have a Deluxe Hightower Lathe with the smaller boring bars. I read that coring involves gun drills with forced air (too cool the wood and blow out chips). Once the butt is cored, what wood is better suited for the installed dowel (obviously a wood that is lighter) and how do I go about figuring how deep to bore to obtain the necessary 2 ounce reduction. I hope this is enough information to get the conversation started. Thank you in advance for any and all info.
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