A Visit with Mr. Moori
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OK, please then give me short summary of what this means:
There is also that reason, we have to make a bat in Hagi became
the mainstream, and there is a limit to the set tree albeit.
For example, 32 sword Hagi also, there is no can not be.
But, because the entire bat as the joint portion is increased will be
weak, and buckling when you got the Crossed to the more complex,
performance as a tool has become down fear.
From it, I think that it is appropriate to around 8 sword Hagi.
There is also that reason, we have to make a bat in Hagi became
the mainstream, and there is a limit to the set tree albeit.
For example, 32 sword Hagi also, there is no can not be.
But, because the entire bat as the joint portion is increased will be
weak, and buckling when you got the Crossed to the more complex,
performance as a tool has become down fear.
From it, I think that it is appropriate to around 8 sword Hagi.
Where did you get this? Is cocobolo cowboy back or did you just catch Sev early in the morning?
That may be true, but it does nothing to capture the essence of Moori-san's writing, especially his essays which contain a lot of interesting history about tips and pool in general. Those jumbles of random words convey none of that.
I also see it as a good opportunity to address some of the rumors, questions and concerns that many people have held over the years, and judging from the replies in this thread, I think many people agree.
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The translation of that simply means that the other 95% of the web site is legible.
Nahh, it's more like: "The translated page is fine for anyone who can think." is not correct.
gr. Dave <~~ can think
I am importing a dozen of these tips and will report back with my feedback after they arrive in the next 10 days or so.
Luckily I have three identical 12 mm Carmeli shafts to do side-by-side comparison testing. Will be up against the Moori IV (soft), and an Kamui black (soft).
Luckily I have three identical 12 mm Carmeli shafts to do side-by-side comparison testing. Will be up against the Moori IV (soft), and an Kamui black (soft).
I puchased 10 of the Jewel Moori tips from New Art, one of the two authorized Moori resellers in Japan. Looking forward to giving them a try. I wonder why there is a need for these various other tips from Moori. Are the original tips now made of second rate pigskin?
Knowing the tips are genuine is huge. IMO, the vast majority of brand name layered tips on the market are counterfeits.
Knowing the tips are genuine is huge. IMO, the vast majority of brand name layered tips on the market are counterfeits.
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The new Mooris are the result of his experimentation with new types of leather and manufacturing techniques. Each one is designed with a certain purpose in mind and has its own unique properties. The standard Mooris are still a very solid tip, but I think he's taken his craft to the next level with his new line of tips.
Really? Pretty pessimistic statement right there. Hard to believe also.
Not that far from the truth actually... if you've ever done any online shopping on Chinese websites, you'd see how easy it is to pick up sharp-looking fakes by the truckload. And it's not just fakes, there are so many copycat brands claiming to be quality, Japanese-made tips that people here have never even seen or heard of.
Since I started this thread, I've had some weird reactions from people who I guess have something to hide.
I'm not out to get anyone or ruin anyone's business, all I'm concerned about is helping to clear Moori's name and get word out that he is still making quality tips despite past rumors and speculation.
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Hats off to you Victor. There has been a good deal of mystery about Mr. Moori, his health, who is making the tips, etc. It would be very consumer friendly to see the international authorized Moori distributors posted on the Moori site too. Weird reactions and something to hide...say no more...that narrows it down.:grin:
A friend of mine from Taiwan who years ago was a tip distributor related a story of an large authorized distributor of a different brand of tip. The distributor reportedly mixed in fake Chinese tips with the genuine tips to boost profits.
For me, more than ever when it comes to pricey layered tips, provenance and trust is king.
Did you see the viewer thing on Newart? It's for verifying the Moori hologram on the tip packages. If I was a dealer I would get one. It appears to be cheap.
So Joe,
Are you an "official" customer of Mr. Moori? I like your information on your website btw.
JoeyA
Are you an "official" customer of Mr. Moori? I like your information on your website btw.
JoeyA
OK
Thank you for all this great information, victorl!!
Can you recall any of the durometer numbers on the Jewel?
Thank you so much!!!
Thanks, I have one from a box of Moori tips I got from a Japanese photographer at SBE 3 years ago.