What could cause this?

JasBy

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I was browsing the 'bay and came across this...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Willie-Hoppe-Professional-Pool-Cue/272798157958

What could possibly cause the rings to deteriorate to that degree and seemingly not destroy the rest of the cue?

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Just curious - not involved in the sale of this cue nor am I interested in purchasing it - I just have never seen anything like that damage.

Thanks!
 

Mcues

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My guess is the shaft and butt were probably stuck together and they torch the brass joint :(

Mario
 

Bigb'scues

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Having seen the other pictures in the auction. I'd say this cue spent some time in a puddle...
 

ratcues

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Those rings were cotton based and moisture cause them to swell. This is the worst I've ever seen.
 
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