Any AE cue reviews?
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I play with an AE Cue for about 8 years now.
It was an excellent pick. The hit is very clean and direct. Everybody who made a few shots with it gave me that same comment. They were surprised about the direct hit.
AE is very underestimated if you ask me and i never understood why that is. The Cues even look great.
A friend of mine bought another AE here from the Forum. When he tried the Cue he was amazed about the playability. I tried it too and it truly was very nice.
AE even has some very nice designed Cues. Nice wood combinations, Inlays, ringwork etc. I wished people would give the Cue the attention it deserves.
Balance Point from AE Cues is at the front, usually a 5/16 14 metal pin. I have seen also other pins, Quality of wood etc is very good.
If you have a chance to play a few shots just try it out. Make your own judgement. I think you will be surprised how good they play.
In addition i would like to point out that i also have other Cues like SouthWest, Tim Scruggs, Runde Schon and played with many other high Quality Cues.
So i think i have a very good basis of comparison about the playability of high end quality Cues.
It was an excellent pick. The hit is very clean and direct. Everybody who made a few shots with it gave me that same comment. They were surprised about the direct hit.
AE is very underestimated if you ask me and i never understood why that is. The Cues even look great.
A friend of mine bought another AE here from the Forum. When he tried the Cue he was amazed about the playability. I tried it too and it truly was very nice.
AE even has some very nice designed Cues. Nice wood combinations, Inlays, ringwork etc. I wished people would give the Cue the attention it deserves.
Balance Point from AE Cues is at the front, usually a 5/16 14 metal pin. I have seen also other pins, Quality of wood etc is very good.
If you have a chance to play a few shots just try it out. Make your own judgement. I think you will be surprised how good they play.
In addition i would like to point out that i also have other Cues like SouthWest, Tim Scruggs, Runde Schon and played with many other high Quality Cues.
So i think i have a very good basis of comparison about the playability of high end quality Cues.
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Most of the A-E cues I own or have owned have a radial pin-flat face.
The two I played with last night have a stainless steel piloted joint, and I was really impressed with the overall feel.
The steel jointed cues seem to hit harder, but the tips are original from the 90's and I have no idea what they are.
I wish I could change tips everytime I test hit a cue, but I can't.
A-E also does a terrific job on Titlist conversion cues.
Here's a few A-E cues including a conversion from a purple heart Titlist blank
The two I played with last night have a stainless steel piloted joint, and I was really impressed with the overall feel.
The steel jointed cues seem to hit harder, but the tips are original from the 90's and I have no idea what they are.
I wish I could change tips everytime I test hit a cue, but I can't.
A-E also does a terrific job on Titlist conversion cues.
Here's a few A-E cues including a conversion from a purple heart Titlist blank
I'm super I'm pressed by them! I play with a Tascarella and old Joss Cues. AE Cues just jumped up there with them.Most of the A-E cues I own or have owned have a radial pin-flat face.
The two I played with last night have a stainless steel piloted joint, and I was really impressed with the overall feel.
The steel jointed cues seem to hit harder, but the tips are original from the 90's and I have no idea what they are.
I wish I could change tips everytime I test hit a cue, but I can't.
A-E also does a terrific job on Titlist conversion cues.
Here's a few A-E cues including a conversion from a purple heart Titlist blank
And you're right, their conversion are amazing. Here's one I just picked up.
Most of the A-E cues I own or have owned have a radial pin-flat face.
The two I played with last night have a stainless steel piloted joint, and I was really impressed with the overall feel.
The steel jointed cues seem to hit harder, but the tips are original from the 90's and I have no idea what they are.
I wish I could change tips everytime I test hit a cue, but I can't.
A-E also does a terrific job on Titlist conversion cues.
Here's a few A-E cues including a conversion from a purple heart Titlist blank
Are the ferules in good condition?
I hear you can. The way the play it's hard to imagine them going down in value, but some cues are like that. This Titlist is a keeper big time though.
Monte
That's why your best bet is to pick one up on the secondary market instead of buying new. :grin:
Very true statement..........................
AE cues are second to none in playability and perfect craftsmanship.
I have owned 3 high end AE playing cues and 1 AE jump/break cue.
They were all outstanding cues.
However their resale value sucks, I don't know why that is but it's a fact.
My guess is two big reasons why AE is so Under-Apprecisted is
1. AE is from a small market town.
2. Jeff Fugal is not exactly a people person and can come off as arrogant.
Here is a perfect example of unbelievable craftsmanship of an AE cue I owned.
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=185931
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Ok ,If I may let me add my 2 cents. I Own a one off AE cue and have to say It is the best cue I have ever hit. Period. The attention to detail they put into their cues is extraordinaire. Funny the players don't know about them but the collectors sure do. A+++++++++++++ on AE cues. If you get a chance to buy one do it .Can't go wrong no way no how.. Solid hitting cue that will raise your game up a a notch.
Ok ,If I may let me add my 2 cents. I Own a one off AE cue and have to say It is the best cue I have ever hit. Period. The attention to detail they put into their cues is extraordinaire. Funny the players don't know about them but the collectors sure do. A+++++++++++++ on AE cues. If you get a chance to buy one do it .Can't go wrong no way no how.. Solid hitting cue that will raise your game up a a notch.
