About My Tad on E-Bay

TATE

TATE

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When I listed this birdseye older Tad shown in the link below, I had no doubt the cue and two of the shafts were original, however, I received a lot of e-mails from people asking about a serial number, authentication, ect.

I was alarmed to learn from Fred that there are some pretty good fakes out there. I decided to drive to Tad's shop today near Knott's Berry Farm here, about an hour away, to let them look at the cue, to make sure that it's authentic. Fred and Tad are really nice people. They graciously took the time to accommodate me with my visit.

They said this TAD is from about 1977 or 1978, made just right before they started putting on logo's or serial numbers.

The two Tad shafts are original with ivory ferrules, one original to the cue and one made by Tad at a later date. I think that eventually these older Tad's will all be in collections. If it was a fancy one made during the same period, I would not be selling it.

That these older Tad's are still straight is a testament to Tad's patience and insistence on using the best wood he could buy. He also will not cut shafts during the winter here. FYI Tad is self taught.

Chris

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Hey Chris,
Were you able to get a letter of authenticity while you were there? Thanks, Jim
 
While at Derby City....

I was with several cuemakers in Louisville. As you know, cuemakers and pool players always have a story.

One I heard was Tad had "tons" of shaft wood from the 60's. This guy went on to say that it was stored in barrells in a warehouse?

I tend to agree that Tads workmanship is hit or miss. For example, I have seen shafts longer than the butt and some the shafts seemed shorter.

But back to the wood, I have a Tad that is incredible hitter and I have had hit some that were logs. But, it seems that the shaft wood is always excellent.

Anybody else heard these stories?

Ken
 
JimS said:
Hey Chris,
Were you able to get a letter of authenticity while you were there? Thanks, Jim
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No, they charge $100 for the letter and take photo etc. so I figured it wasn't worth it unless I was keeping the cue. It's hard to mistake this cue for anything else. I was standing 5' away and didn't even have it all the way out of the case when Fred said "It's a TAD!". They'll remember my visit if anyone asks.

Chris
 
TATE said:
No, they charge $100 for the letter and take photo etc. so I figured it wasn't worth it unless I was keeping the cue. It's hard to mistake this cue for anything else. I was standing 5' away and didn't even have it all the way out of the case when Fred said "It's a TAD!". They'll remember my visit if anyone asks.

Chris
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I would think that that $100 would add a lot more interest to your cue on ebay. Especially since you had so many emails asking for serial numbers. I think that the 100$ you spent on the letter would generate more bids from serious buyers. Just my opinion.

Vicdotcom
 
TATE said:
No, they charge $100 for the letter and take photo etc. so I figured it wasn't worth it unless I was keeping the cue. It's hard to mistake this cue for anything else. I was standing 5' away and didn't even have it all the way out of the case when Fred said "It's a TAD!". They'll remember my visit if anyone asks.

Chris
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pm sent tate...please check ty
 
vicdotcom said:
I would think that that $100 would add a lot more interest to your cue on ebay. Especially since you had so many emails asking for serial numbers. I think that the 100$ you spent on the letter would generate more bids from serious buyers. Just my opinion.

Vicdotcom
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I would have done it for sure if I had a few more days, but the auction is ending today. I'll write a note about my visit and send it with the cue.

Chris
 
TATE said:
I would have done it for sure if I had a few more days, but the auction is ending today. I'll write a note about my visit and send it with the cue.

Chris
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Chris, just do what Chuck Norris does.... Show your picture, and no matter what the question is, it's answered.... twice. :D

I feel the same as Nick. Chris is one of the better guys out there, and if he says it, it's true....

unless he's talking about me, then it's a lie.
 
1pRoscoe said:
Chris, just do what Chuck Norris does.... Show your picture, and no matter what the question is, it's answered.... twice. :D

I feel the same as Nick. Chris is one of the better guys out there, and if he says it, it's true....

unless he's talking about me, then it's a lie.
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Really?? Huh. And, he said you were a good guy..... ;)

I agree. Tate's word is good enough.
 
TATE said:
When I listed this birdseye older Tad shown in the link below, I had no doubt the cue and two of the shafts were original, however, I received a lot of e-mails from people asking about a serial number, authentication, ect.

I was alarmed to learn from Fred that there are some pretty good fakes out there. I decided to drive to Tad's shop today near Knott's Berry Farm here, about an hour away, to let them look at the cue, to make sure that it's authentic. Fred and Tad are really nice people. They graciously took the time to accommodate me with my visit.

They said this TAD is from about 1977 or 1978, made just right before they started putting on logo's or serial numbers.

The two Tad shafts are original with ivory ferrules, one original to the cue and one made by Tad at a later date. I think that eventually these older Tad's will all be in collections. If it was a fancy one made during the same period, I would not be selling it.

That these older Tad's are still straight is a testament to Tad's patience and insistence on using the best wood he could buy. He also will not cut shafts during the winter here. FYI Tad is self taught.

Chris

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=008&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=180079197305&rd=1&rd=1
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I swear, Chris is so super comprehensive and fair-minded! If anyone should be in the market for what he is selling, you will not have regretted doing business with him.

You can "quote" me!
 
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