I think it's good to have the cue shaft cleaned and sealed by a cue smith.
If, after that, you still find that it's sticky, go wash your hands.
You would be amazed at how smooth and clean your shaft will feel when your hands are clean. Oil builds up on your hands, stuff sticks to it, and your hands are not smooth at all. A good washing with hot water and soap will surprise you.
Here's what I do.
I wash my hands with as hot of water as I can get or stand. I take a few paper towels and dry my hands. I don't throw them away just yet. I take a few clean dry paper towels and the damp ones used to dry my hands with me when I go back to my cue. I wipe one, one time, down the shaft with the damp towels and then immediately wipe with the dry ones. Of course, you don't want wet towels, just slightly damp.
Try this and I think you'll stop looking for anything else.
Royce Bunnell
www.obcues.com
