>>>>>> 2012 Sugartree -- The First of Ten 10th Anniversary Cues <<<<<<
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Fantastic!!!
Phenomenal!
Cannot wait to see the other nine sweet soon to be classics.
Phenomenal!
Cannot wait to see the other nine sweet soon to be classics.
I received this cue from Eric on July 12, 2012. It is the first of ten 10th anniversary cues to be made by him (yes, I know, he has been making cues for longer than 10 years, but is just now getting around to making his 10th anniversary cues). He thinks that it is the most gorgeous cue that he has ever made. The handle section and points are Asian Ironwood, which will be used in all 10 of his 10th anniversary cues. The sleeve and forearm are Hickory Burl. The points have recut ebony points. The joint and butt cap are 15,000 year old whale bone. The cue plays amazing. The ferrules are ivory and have not been chalked. Each of the jps has a matching ring, and we all know that Eric does not like making jps. I'm playing with the butt and a Sugartree shaft with a plain black collar. The night before last I had four 9 ball break and runs playing with this cue.
For the right offer, I'm sure that this cue could be wrestled away from my hands.
Very sweet. Enjoy!!!!
I'm loving this Sugartree. Eric told me that he would be on the road and stopping by my house to get paid, drink some beer, have a BBQ and play some pool. I can hardly wait.
I'm setting the record straight on this cue. Eric and his wfe and son visted with me and my family the evening of Monday, 7/30/12. He told me that he told you that my cue was going to be the first of his ten 10th Anniversary Cues when you visited him at his home in New Mexico. He said that was made this point clear and does not understand how you could be confused as to the matter. I suggest that you call him if you have any doubt as to this post.
Mike
either you don't understand what I'm trying to say to you. Eric told me you will receive your cue first of the batch in the anniversary cue as I don't mind about you getting yours first because I have plenty of order with him aside from the anniversary cue & as I mention earlier in the post, I don't want to overwhelm him with my orders that why I told him to have my anniversary cue deliver on SBE 2013. I was refering to you about the ** Serial Number ** on the cue as example of 1 of 10, 2 of 10, 3 of 10 etc........ I told Eric in person I will take cue SERIAL NUMBER 1 of 10, 2 of 10 & 10 of 10. if that would clear your head up a little. I don't need to call Eric about this matter becuase he is enjoying a vacation with his family & not gonna bother him with this silly matter. I will be going to his house in Sept again so I will clear this matter out with him when that time comes. anyway, have a good day & enjoy.
what is the weight of this Cue (all specs please) and how much you are want???
Ralf
Ralf
alanvo
Banned
I received this cue from Eric on July 12, 2012. It is the first of ten 10th anniversary cues to be made by him (yes, I know, he has been making cues for longer than 10 years, but is just now getting around to making his 10th anniversary cues). He thinks that it is the most gorgeous cue that he has ever made. The handle section and points are Asian Ironwood, which will be used in all 10 of his 10th anniversary cues. The sleeve and forearm are Hickory Burl. The points have recut ebony points. The joint and butt cap are 15,000 year old whale bone. The cue plays amazing. The ferrules are ivory and have not been chalked. Each of the jps has a matching ring, and we all know that Eric does not like making jps. I'm playing with the butt and a Sugartree shaft with a plain black collar. The night before last I had four 9 ball break and runs playing with this cue.
For the right offer, I'm sure that this cue could be wrestled away from my hands.
I really had to wrestle! Thanks Mike. I'll look forward to seeing this baby!
It's slightly comical to me that it would matter which # of 10 the cue is. Furthermore, it's even more comical that he (Eric Crisp) would mark a cue that's not the first completed as "1 of 10" lol.
Edit: BTW, I think the cue looks awesome and would love try out a Sugartree cue at some point!!
Edit: BTW, I think the cue looks awesome and would love try out a Sugartree cue at some point!!
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I'm also a little puzzled at how the original poster had four nine-ball break and runs with this cue yet it remains unchalked. Maybe he is just very good at running out with center ball only?
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Ah, I missed that. Unchalked it is.
Back on topic, Eric makes a beautiful cue. This is no exception.
I actually see the appeal in a nice serial numbered cue. Much like the appeal of nice car plate numbers, it's a cool thing especially so on a limited edition product. Yes it's superficial but to each his own I guess.
Besides the cool factor it is definitely easier to sell a nicely numbered cue, that part is especially true in Asia. Take Southwest for instance, those 333 cues definitely sell faster and probably at better prices. If I had a southwest numbered 001, I'm sure it'll sell for good money too. As such I can see the appeal in a nice serial number or even a number 1 on the cue. On top of that wawacue is an avid collector, therefore I can also see his interest in wanting to protect his investment.
That is true and you've made a very valid point. I agree 100% that the product is the same regardless what number goes on it, in terms of value it should be the same as well.
However there really isn't a rational explanation to what makes a nicer serial number attractive. It's definitely psychological or even something about ego. Unfortunately I fall prey to this mentality and behavior as well.
A nice set of number plates don't change how fast the car goes or how pretty is looks. It's still the same car when you remove the number plate. However people and again many in Asia would spend tens and even hundreds of thousands of dollars just on a nice set of numbers. It's downright silly but it's a form of personal gratification. I am guilty of spending 50k Chinese yuan (about $8k) on two sets sets of nice number plates that I like very much, mind you these are just numbers and I don't even get a physical tangible product, I had to pay for the plates separately! I have some friends here who paid $20k on just one set of numbers...
It all boils down to pride, status, ego...whatever itself that allows one to derive that form of gratification when spending that kind of money. No logic is involved that's for sure.
Coming back to the cues serial numbering...I'd say I would be incline to pay slightly more if the cue was numbered 1/10 as opposed to 3/10. I know I'm a superficial egoistic guy.
wow i'm a big fan...thanks for sharing!!!
So true....and i'm willing to pay more for number 8...and don't really care for number 4:grin-square:
Jive
The serial number on the cue in some sense didn't matter to me so much but since I purposely travel thousands of mile to work on a project with an artist or cue maker I should be entitled to what I asked for & I will do ANYTHING to protect my interest !!!
All the cue I purchase is only self enjoyment. I don't care for status of what I own but I do pride of what I own. Beside I didn't purchase these cues for a quick flip anyway.
I do agree about on certain item with serial number doesn't change the price of the items. In reality, is more of a personal gratification of what they want & collects. You not guilty of paying 8K for your license plates because that is pretty cheap price for a set of nice number plates. I know couple other friends pay over $100K USD for license plates at a auction in HKG., To me that a personal preference & in any part of Asia country that status when you have a certain license plate attach to your vehicle.
An absolute stunning Sugartree...
Hope you're well Mike! Always got the killer sticks don't you? :grin-square:...
Clint
Hope you're well Mike! Always got the killer sticks don't you? :grin-square:...
Clint