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[GoldCrown]

Just for fun and the challenge….My debut. I do not expect it to be perfect as it’s a learning experience. It’s for a friend. He wants a short ferrule and 58” length. I’ll start out by reducing the ferrule and adding to the butt… then cut in equal half’s. Will use 3/8 10 or G10 epoxy pin. Most likely an oil finish. I do not have a taper bar… will do the best I can. Every comment is welcome. Thanks.

 

[xX-Wizard-Xx]

It already looks great good job ... Can only get better

 

[GoldCrown]

It already looks great good job ... Can only get better

Thank you. It’s a beat house cue. It will be a fun project. I’ll enjoy the support here.

 

[Chopdoc]

Someday, when I grow up, I will cut a cue in half. The impressive thing will be putting it back together.

I am already impressed that you are going to try.

Very cool project!

 

[SSDiver2112]

Just for fun and the challenge….My debut. I do not expect it to be perfect as it’s a learning experience. It’s for a friend. He wants a short ferrule and 58” length. I’ll start out by reducing the ferrule and adding to the butt… then cut in equal half’s. Will use 3/8 10 or G10 epoxy pin. Most likely an oil finish. I do not have a taper bar… will do the best I can. Every comment is welcome. Thanks.

Very exciting. Why wait until later to cut it in half? Two smaller pieces will be easier to work with and get the lengths more precise.

 

[j2pac]

Just for fun and the challenge….My debut. I do not expect it to be perfect as it’s a learning experience. It’s for a friend. He wants a short ferrule and 58” length. I’ll start out by reducing the ferrule and adding to the butt… then cut in equal half’s. Will use 3/8 10 or G10 epoxy pin. Most likely an oil finish. I do not have a taper bar… will do the best I can. Every comment is welcome. Thanks.

A little inspiration...

 

[GoldCrown]

A little inspiration...

You know you ought to slow down
You been working too hard
And that's a fact
Sit back and relax a while
Take some time to laugh and smile
Lay your heavy load down
So we can stop and kick back
It seems we never take the time to do
All the things we want to, yeah
Now, Baby we can do it
Take the time
Do it right
We can do it, baby
Do it tonight

 

[GoldCrown]

My orders from Muellers and Cueman shipped today. Muellers has some neat stuff...rings, collars, etc. But I'll always go to Chris first.

 

[GoldCrown]

Very exciting. Why wait until later to cut it in half? Two smaller pieces will be easier to work with and get the lengths more precise.

My thinking was get to length (58) and measure/cut.... but yes I'm going with what you said. I had the full cue chucked.... started the lathe slowly... as the speed increased the boat started to rock...and dearly. Next move is get the saw out. 1/2's are definitely easier to work with. TY

 

[GoldCrown]

Someday, when I grow up, I will cut a cue in half. The impressive thing will be putting it back together.

Why wait until you're 78? I'm thankful I can make it to the lathe

I am already impressed that you are going to try.

Thank you.... "trying" is the teacher. There are no mistakes. The biggest mistake is not trying when we want to do something.

Very cool project!

The beauty of pool. The good things that come out of it. It's more than a game. I enjoy being an Azb'r... the friendships and support. A very good find.

 

[boogieman]

Awesome! I have a similar plan to convert a 1 piece to learn but I'm too broke after buying the lathe to get materials!

Following with interest, looking forward to seeing your progress.

 

[GoldCrown]

Awesome! I have a similar plan to convert a 1 piece to learn but I'm too broke after buying the lathe to get materials!

No kidding. The supplies cost more than the project is worth. Hobbies are expensive..they do not run on air. Start out with JP's. It's good introduction to pinning. What lathe did you get? If I started over I would have- should have had a taper bar installed. And if I love this project maybe I will upgrade. I would not get involved with shafts... I'd start with a nice blank and tailor it for aftermarket shafts. Maybe call myself The ButtMan.
If people want to know why cues and repairs are expensive I say take a look at the cue makers shop... Pay them and thank them.
Anyway Phase 2...It's going great so far ....will extend the butt next.

 

[boogieman]

No kidding. The supplies cost more than the project is worth. Hobbies are expensive..they do not run on air. Start out with JP's. It's good introduction to pinning. What lathe did you get? If I started over I would have- should have had a taper bar installed. And if I love this project maybe I will upgrade. I would not get involved with shafts... I'd start with a nice blank and tailor it for aftermarket shafts. Maybe call myself The ButtMan.
If people want to know why cues and repairs are expensive I say take a look at the cue makers shop... Pay them and thank them.
Anyway Phase 2...It's going great so far ....will extend the butt next.

I got a MidAmerican pro series. It's a capable lathe but I think if I knew more I may have went with the Hightower ones since they have a taper bar option and believe can also do live threading with the right attachments. I had kind of the same thought on shafts, you can buy aftermarket or a close to finished one so I'm not entirely devoted to making my own shafts at this time. Maybe in the future but it seems like a learning curve. I see so much I want to do/try but I guess slow and steady wins the race. My next "big" purchase will be Chris' cue building book.

I like your idea on joint protectors. I'm not the biggest proponent of them but it would be a nice project to practice on.

 

[j2pac]

No kidding. The supplies cost more than the project is worth. Hobbies are expensive..they do not run on air. Start out with JP's. It's good introduction to pinning. What lathe did you get? If I started over I would have- should have had a taper bar installed. And if I love this project maybe I will upgrade. I would not get involved with shafts... I'd start with a nice blank and tailor it for aftermarket shafts. Maybe call myself The ButtMan.
If people want to know why cues and repairs are expensive I say take a look at the cue makers shop... Pay them and thank them.
Anyway Phase 2...It's going great so far ....will extend the butt next.

Looking good my friend.

 

[Bishop]

Good luck and have fun

 

[Chopdoc]

My wife assured me the number one mistake the first time is rushing in an effort to finish. She recommends taking your time. Smart woman but she confuses me often and does not play pool. She also cannot be trusted with measuring instruments and cutting tools.

 

[GoldCrown]

My next "big" purchase will be Chris' cue building book.

Or simply get started...make mistakes and correct them. It's good exercise for pins and inserts. Everyone on this forum was helpful when I had or have questions but Mike Webb has been the best influence. If my questions were big, small or whatever... he always shared his knowledge. Special thanks to Mike.

I like your idea on joint protectors. I'm not the biggest proponent of them but it would be a nice project to practice on.

I made few and do not use them... how cool it that. They are in a drawer... As for picture on right...if things do not work out I improvise... no materials get wasted

 

[GoldCrown]

My wife assured me the number one mistake the first time is rushing in an effort to finish.

Rushing is a head scratcher...especially when it's a hobby.... slow down and enjoy the ride. The worst is rushing when almost finished. I killed a few projects with goal to go. All that work and spend a lot of time repairing or redoing.
Question...you were going to tinker with cases a while ago??

 

[Chopdoc]

Rushing is a head scratcher...especially when it's a hobby.... slow down and enjoy the ride. The worst is rushing when almost finished. I killed a few projects with goal to go. All that work and spend a lot of time repairing or redoing.
Question...you were going to tinker with cases a while ago??

I have picked up the idea of cases again. I do have a project in the works again. We'll see where it leads.

 

[GoldCrown]

I have picked up the idea of cases again. I do have a project in the works again. We'll see where it leads.

It’ll go fine. Get started.