So I have plans for a few cue builds and I want to make cored cues, but reading about the subject, reveals alot of different techniques and preferences.
I`m wondering if it`s possible to suss out something close to a standard?
First. What diameter gun drill and core diameter is best? I see .750" - .775" seems to be the sweetspot.
What is the benefits/disadvantages of going bigger or smaller?
Core pattern. I see some put grooves at 1" increments, some run a horizontal groove along the whole core and some make a spiral groove along the core.
Same - same or any differences of importance?
Core material. Maple, purpleheart and jatoba seems to be most common, should I laminate the core or is a well sesoned piece of wood good enough?
Any other tips and tricks are welcome :thumbup:
I`m wondering if it`s possible to suss out something close to a standard?
First. What diameter gun drill and core diameter is best? I see .750" - .775" seems to be the sweetspot.
What is the benefits/disadvantages of going bigger or smaller?
Core pattern. I see some put grooves at 1" increments, some run a horizontal groove along the whole core and some make a spiral groove along the core.
Same - same or any differences of importance?
Core material. Maple, purpleheart and jatoba seems to be most common, should I laminate the core or is a well sesoned piece of wood good enough?
Any other tips and tricks are welcome :thumbup:
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