1 more question about cues

Hustler08

Hustler08

'' Dallas Kid ''
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Ok guys I got one more question before I buy my cue next week. I went to dallas today and I looked at cues. I am going to show you guys 3 types of cues and differnt models. If you could please tell me what you think. You can reply or E-Mail me at Alexb00@aol.com. The choices are Balabushkam, Schon, or predator. ( sorry you might have to copy and paste the site) Thanks!

Schon- ( model 1,2,3, or 4 )
http://www.hawleys.com/schon/STL_new/SCHON_STLseries.htm

Predator- ( model 3k1 and 3k2)
http://www.hawleys.com/pred/pred.htm

Balabushkam- ( model Gb1, Gb 19, Gb 20 )
http://www.hawleys.com/bal/bal.htm
 
i've only tried the predators. not in love with them.

but what is this "certificate of authenticity" nonsense. THESE ARE NOT balabushka originals. so these "certificates" are misleading,,,,,you may be thinking you're getting something special, but you're not.
 
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Hi Hustler08,

My break stick is probably what is now sold as the Schon ST 4. Any of the four models you mentioned will serve you well. They will all hit great. How fancy a cue do you need? The Predator cue butts are manufactured, to the best of my knowledge, by Falcon. I am also not a fan of the Predator shaft. Too much BS about deflection. I have enough trouble concentrating on the shot to worry about anything else. How about you? The Balabushka is an unknown quantity. It is not a 1960's quality cue made by the same people. Based solely on experience, avoid these cues and stick to the mainstream manufacturers. Leonard Bludworth and Ted Harris post on this forum from time to time. Please ask them for advice. If you are somewhat hesitant to so publicly, send them a private message through the Forum Control Panel. You are still young enough to recover if you make an error. If you ask the advice of professionals in our field, chances of a mistake are cut way back. The relationships you make now may last a lifetime!
 
Listen, shoot with all three of them for at least 15 minutes each. Which one feels best and offers TO YOU the best playability? That's the cue you should pick.

Forget the name. I own a bar cue, a Dufferin, that hits just awesome and better than some high dollar cues out there. Remember, which one feels good and plays well?
 
Thanks for the info. I think I am gonna go for the schon. I am not sure what model but I will go back next week and decide that. Know all I have to do is do a couple more chores because I need about $50 ( lol ). Well thanks again for the replys. Also PEOPLE PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PRIVATE MESSAGE ME OR E-MAIL ME AT Alexb00@aol.com TO TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK! ( keep the replys coming please! )
 
For that kind of money I'd rather get a custom cue like Viattorre. At least you get a cue made to YOUR specifications with top notch customer service. I think they should be considered. Here's their address www.viattorre.com
 
I'd say you can't go wrong with a Schon. Don't be fooled by the name of the new Balabushka's. I believe they're made by Adam who bought the rights for the name. The original BB's start from $5k-$10k (i guess) if you wanted to buy one. I don't have anything against the new Balabushka line, they are just ordinary production cues with a famous cuemaker's name.
 
I have always liked the look of the Schon SL4, and with the Schon yoy are geting a good cue.

I have not played with a Predator so I can not help there. I have hit balls with a Predator shaft, and it did not hit the way I like(keep in mind likeing the way a cue hits, and feels is subjective each player has their own taste)

Balabushkas I would stay away from. bruin70 is right they are not the same cues made in the 60's It is a travesty they get to use that name.

Carlton
 
I would personally go with the STL4. I had an STL7 which is basically the same except for a few ivory inlays. That was one great hitting cue. As far as production cues go, I rank Schon at number 1.

Best of luck,
Dave
 
As far as production cues go, I prefer Predator, Pechauers and Vikings to the typical Schon cue. The latter is built more for the middle class.
 
DDKoop said:
I would personally go with the STL4. I had an STL7 which is basically the same except for a few ivory inlays. That was one great hitting cue. As far as production cues go, I rank Schon at number 1.

Best of luck,
Dave
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I totally agree. i had a schon (from hawley's...) for three years and it played great. Good choice Hustler08
 
I currently shoot with a Schon STL-7, although I also have an STL-11 and an old R-14 from the mid-80's. I love the hit from all of them; just "feels right" to me.

I bought a Predator Limited Edition in '99, changed tips several times, but just couldn't get the "feel" I was looking for in terms of feedback. Finally sold it to a buddy who is a Predator fan.

As others have mentioned, the feel of a cue is highly subjective, but for me the Schon is the hit I'm looking for. Good luck with whatever you decide on -

Walt in VA
 
Thanks for all your replys. I finally decided, and I am going to get a Schon MD 4. It was 625 retail then 469 from hawleys. Then at 469 he gave it to me for 400 so I was pretty happy. Thanks for all your help!
 
I believer that stock tips for Schon cues are made of Water Buffalo. Once I received some from Evan Clark, the current owner of Schon Cues.
 
Hey Steve it's Ford. How'd you make out on Josh the other day? Boy I bet he was pissed when you beat him in that race to 9. You just need to take your time and sometimes step back from the table and you'll be an even greater player. Btw, Tony in San Antonio says you got action :P
 
cardiac kid said:
The Balabushka is an unknown quantity. It is not a 1960's quality cue made by the same people. Based solely on experience, avoid these cues and stick to the mainstream manufacturers.
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The Balabushka cue is not an unknown (entity). The first Balabushka production cues were some of the best production cues available, IMO. I haven't heard any quality issues with them.

I'd take it over a Falcon-made butt. Especially after watching that video.

Fred
 
kokopuffs said:
As far as production cues go, I prefer Predator, Pechauers and Vikings to the typical Schon cue. The latter is built more for the middle class.
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If the latter is built for the middle class, for whom are the former two built?

Fred
 
Amen on the Schon:

On my first road trip (to Florida and New York), I had a lot of opportunities to hit ball with other players' sticks. This was vital to me as my hometown is a pool backwater where hardly anyone plays with serious cues, much less a high-level production cue or a custom cue. I had an opportunity to take a couple lessons with Ray Martin and I noticed he was hitting with a Schon (I forget what model). He was gracious enough to let me hit a few balls with it and I instantly fell in love. As soon as I got back to St. Thomas I ordered a Schon. I'll never forget the day it arrived! I went to my usual room, hit a few balls and immediately went to an appointment that I had with another player(about a B- or so). We were playing straight pool and I was spotting him 50 points in a 100 point game. I jumped up and ran 65 balls the first innning. Needless to say, I've never looked back, and it will be a long time before I even consider playing with any other production cue. Good luck with your new stick!
 
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Hustler08 said:
Ok guys I got one more question before I buy my cue next week. I went to dallas today and I looked at cues. I am going to show you guys 3 types of cues and differnt models. If you could please tell me what you think. You can reply or E-Mail me at Alexb00@aol.com. The choices are Balabushkam, Schon, or predator. ( sorry you might have to copy and paste the site) Thanks!

Schon- ( model 1,2,3, or 4 )
http://www.hawleys.com/schon/STL_new/SCHON_STLseries.htm

Predator- ( model 3k1 and 3k2)
http://www.hawleys.com/pred/pred.htm

Balabushkam- ( model Gb1, Gb 19, Gb 20 )
http://www.hawleys.com/bal/bal.htm
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go with the SCHON cues...don't fall into the "predator trap"...you'll only regret doing so in the future. I have tried multiple predator cues, shafts, etc, and think they're just junk. the shafts get WAY too much spin on the cueball than you'll EVER need, and they just aren't worth the money for wat you actually get. you know how EASY it is to break a predator ferrule? ever see how thin the walls of a predator ferrule really are? you're better off staying with a more traditional shaft in my opinion, and for a beginning cue SCHON is a good choice...I even have one now myself! if you like wrapless cues though, and don't mind waiting a little while, pm me for more suggestions...you may be able to save some money too!!
 
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