Buy something from deanoc , you may end up with bushka:thumbup:
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Schmelke, or add another 50-75 and get a Pechauer or Joss.
Buy something from deanoc , you may end up with bushka:thumbup:
Hi all.
I've read countless threads on here (mostly older), reddit, watched youtube videos, read articles, reviews, etc.
I've spent probably 5 hours researching what cue to buy and I'm not getting much closer to making a decision, so was hoping to get some fresh opinions.
I'm new to the game, just got a 7' Brunswick table in my home a few weeks ago after just moving to this house in October. I've played on the table daily and I have 4 kids under 10, so I see myself sticking with playing long-term --- I don't see myself joining leagues or going out of the house to play, but could see having people over on a biweekly or monthly basis to play.
Current equipment is basically just house cues I bought from pooldawg to have something playable:
18oz Action Cue x2 (one piece)
18oz 42" Action Cue
Also grabbed one of the training cues with a ball attached so the kids actually present a good challenge, and usually beat me at this point.
I'd like to keep the total under $250ish.
Here is what I've narrowed things down to:
-Cheaper Lucky/Mcdermott/Players cue and be on the lookout for an LD shaft for around $150 (not sure if OB still does blemish sales?)
-Schmelke and don't worry about LD, or potentially an LD shaft down the road
-Players Pure X - apparently sort of fake LD?
My suggestion, and just a suggestion, in general is this:
If you EVER plan on getting an LD shaft, make this your next purchase. It will have a learning curve to go with it. I suggest just doing it now to get it over with. Otherwise, down the road, you'll get better at your game, and you'll think "Gee. Maybe it's time for the next step up". You'll get an LD shaft, you'll play like crap, and you'll give up on it. Depending on how much you play, it can take a couple of weeks or even several months to get used to the difference. Longer if you switch back and forth.
Either do it now, or don't bother.
McFly, I apologize that I wasn't able to ship out last week like I originally planned.
Packaging everything up now and plan to go to UPS store tomorrow afternoon.
Four cues are included with their stock shafts (2 traditional maple and 2 came with LD shafts that are HXT 12.75mm)...I've also included an extra LD shaft (11.75mm HXT skinny) that you'll notice immediately with the shorter ferrule for you to try.
There is a variety of grips: wrapless, Irish linen, embossed leather and stacked leather, layered vs non-layered tips, different weights and balance points. I think you'll be able to find what works best for you after trying them all out. They all have the same 5/16x18 joint, so you can use any shaft on any butt.
Give them each a shot over some time -- then once you select the cue you want to keep, along with the extra LD skinny shaft -- just let me know and then you can ship the remaining back to me using the same box and packing materials.
You'll have to give us some feedback once you get some time to experience.
Players, Schmelke, McDermott, Cuetec all for under $150 and all play great, and are well made. It ain't about the cue. Save your money, have fun.
Hi all.
I've read countless threads on here (mostly older), reddit, watched youtube videos, read articles, reviews, etc.
I've spent probably 5 hours researching what cue to buy and I'm not getting much closer to making a decision, so was hoping to get some fresh opinions.
I'm new to the game, just got a 7' Brunswick table in my home a few weeks ago after just moving to this house in October. I've played on the table daily and I have 4 kids under 10, so I see myself sticking with playing long-term --- I don't see myself joining leagues or going out of the house to play, but could see having people over on a biweekly or monthly basis to play.
Current equipment is basically just house cues I bought from pooldawg to have something playable:
18oz Action Cue x2 (one piece)
18oz 42" Action Cue
Also grabbed one of the training cues with a ball attached so the kids actually present a good challenge, and usually beat me at this point.
I'd like to keep the total under $250ish.
Here is what I've narrowed things down to:
-Cheaper Lucky/Mcdermott/Players cue and be on the lookout for an LD shaft for around $150 (not sure if OB still does blemish sales?)
-Schmelke and don't worry about LD, or potentially an LD shaft down the road
-Players Pure X - apparently sort of fake LD?