Advice on buying a break cue
- Thread starter vucko117
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buy a j/j for 50 bucks, get it lightened a bit by someone, and then spend the remaining 280 or so on a nice sneaky
I have a fury I picked up on ebay and am happy with it. That being said, I think the J&J break cues are one of the best values on the market.
Keep in mind where you will be using it, Im not up to date with all the info but I believe some of the leagues will be banning phenolic break cues. So that could influence your choice if you play in leagues or tourneys that wouldnt let you use them.
Keep in mind where you will be using it, Im not up to date with all the info but I believe some of the leagues will be banning phenolic break cues. So that could influence your choice if you play in leagues or tourneys that wouldnt let you use them.
For that Money Contact Rick Howard or Mace Custom Cues, he will build you one of Mace Jump/Break cues. Rick has been building them since the 1980's and they are still some of the best currently being made for any price anywhere. Rick Is a great guy to deal with personally, I have ordered and sold many of these Jump breaks through my business over the last 6 or 7 years.
Rick Howard
Mace Custom Cues
1-850-939-1454
www.macecues.com
rick@macecues.com
Oh and by the way, if you want the best by a Mace they are time tested, and the customer service is outstanding.
Good Luck
I second that! I have owned a few over the years and currently have two.
If you want a deal on a nice one with a phenolic tip, PM me and I'll hook you up!
hdgis1
New member
Why not have the maker make a break cue for you?
yeah man that'll get the job done! i own one and it's an amazing break cue. bamacues has one for sale right now for $50 shipped (i think).
if price isn't an issue i'd go ahead and spring for a mezz pb2 , andy gilbert j/b or an arnot j/b
I have to say go with the Fury. I have had the Predator BK (huge disappointment) and Scott sent me a Fury jump break and I have had people Im playing ask to try it out. One guy actually got annoyed that I was getting such movement
Works well as a jump too I got the JBBS the black with the blue stonework which looks pretty cool too.
R
Works well as a jump too I got the JBBS the black with the blue stonework which looks pretty cool too.
R
Go with a Gulyassy Sledgehammer, accept no substitute.
billingsmtluke
Registered
I second that! If you can find an original Gulyassy Sledgehammer they are by far the best. One of the pioneers of the phenolic break cue. I had a Mezz and a BK2 and went back to my trusty Sledgehammer.
master9baller
Banned
Sledgehammer cues - 10-27-2009, 07:27 AM
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Vucko 117, here's the answer below. To see pics go to www.mcdermotcues.com or look at my post from today of "wanter/for sale". Contact me if you are interested.
New 2009 McDermott Sledgehammer jump break cues
Sledgehammer S750 MSRP $419 only $285 shipped
Sledgehammer S350 MSRP $399 only $270 shipped
Sledgehammer S300 MSRP $389 only $260 shipped
All Sledgehammers feature:
Maple forearm - 13mm one piece phenolic tip/ferrule - Quick release jump joint with brass insert - Aluminum 3/8 x 10 main joint pin - Strong tapered butt and shaft
The S750 has a highly figured hard maple forearm with a solid black extend wrap butt
The S350 has a black forearm with a genuine Irish linen extended wrap is black with white specks.
The S300 has a solid black forearm and butt, no wrap
Sledgehammer cues feature an interchangeable adjustable weight-bolt system and McDermott's signature wood-to-wood main joint that delivers maximum feel, and a solid hit. They come with a lifetime warranty, even covering warpage.
Contact me with questions you may have about this item (315) 415-5746
I intend to beat all other's pricing on this and all Sledgehammer models. Please contact me with questions regarding the entire Sledgehammer line.
The Sledgehammer is designed for the serious players out there who may play competitively in tournaments or wagering. This cue will improve your break dramatically. The break is the most important shot in 9 ball, 8 ball and so many other billiard games. If you like winning and making $, this is the one for you.
These cues break unbelievably well, outperforming the Predator BK 2 Average breakers routinely make 2-3 balls or more on a 9 ball break, often moving more than half of the balls up table beyond mid-table. As a regular tournament player I can assure you that this cue will dramatically improve your break, it has mine. Jumping with the cue at the shortened jump length or even full cue is much easier than with other jump/break cues. The secret to all of this is in the Sledgehammer design with the one piece phenolic tip and sturdy shaft that clearly delivers more power into the jump or break shot. These are not the garbage jump/break cues available from other sellers.
**Sledgehammer cues will be shipped directly from the McDermott factory within 2 business days at your accepted Best Offer sales price.
**Please specify what weight cue you are requesting from 18-21 ounces in 1/2 ounce increments. Solid phenolic one piece tip/ferrule is 13 mm standard
**Payment to be made with Paypal. With Paypal an invoice is sent to your email, and then you may make a secured payment to me using a bank account or credit card. The buyer pays no fees; I pay the 3% fee. Paypal protects the buyer with a 100% refund if the item is not exactly as described.
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Vucko 117, here's the answer below. To see pics go to www.mcdermotcues.com or look at my post from today of "wanter/for sale". Contact me if you are interested.
New 2009 McDermott Sledgehammer jump break cues
Sledgehammer S750 MSRP $419 only $285 shipped
Sledgehammer S350 MSRP $399 only $270 shipped
Sledgehammer S300 MSRP $389 only $260 shipped
All Sledgehammers feature:
Maple forearm - 13mm one piece phenolic tip/ferrule - Quick release jump joint with brass insert - Aluminum 3/8 x 10 main joint pin - Strong tapered butt and shaft
The S750 has a highly figured hard maple forearm with a solid black extend wrap butt
The S350 has a black forearm with a genuine Irish linen extended wrap is black with white specks.
The S300 has a solid black forearm and butt, no wrap
Sledgehammer cues feature an interchangeable adjustable weight-bolt system and McDermott's signature wood-to-wood main joint that delivers maximum feel, and a solid hit. They come with a lifetime warranty, even covering warpage.
Contact me with questions you may have about this item (315) 415-5746
I intend to beat all other's pricing on this and all Sledgehammer models. Please contact me with questions regarding the entire Sledgehammer line.
The Sledgehammer is designed for the serious players out there who may play competitively in tournaments or wagering. This cue will improve your break dramatically. The break is the most important shot in 9 ball, 8 ball and so many other billiard games. If you like winning and making $, this is the one for you.
These cues break unbelievably well, outperforming the Predator BK 2 Average breakers routinely make 2-3 balls or more on a 9 ball break, often moving more than half of the balls up table beyond mid-table. As a regular tournament player I can assure you that this cue will dramatically improve your break, it has mine. Jumping with the cue at the shortened jump length or even full cue is much easier than with other jump/break cues. The secret to all of this is in the Sledgehammer design with the one piece phenolic tip and sturdy shaft that clearly delivers more power into the jump or break shot. These are not the garbage jump/break cues available from other sellers.
**Sledgehammer cues will be shipped directly from the McDermott factory within 2 business days at your accepted Best Offer sales price.
**Please specify what weight cue you are requesting from 18-21 ounces in 1/2 ounce increments. Solid phenolic one piece tip/ferrule is 13 mm standard
**Payment to be made with Paypal. With Paypal an invoice is sent to your email, and then you may make a secured payment to me using a bank account or credit card. The buyer pays no fees; I pay the 3% fee. Paypal protects the buyer with a 100% refund if the item is not exactly as described.
Rick has a new black Mace made and ready for a owner.Call him before it is gone.
As much as I like my Kaiser (J&J) Panther J/B the old saying, you get what you pay for. I like it a lot. Great for a first J/B, priced right and you wont get too pissed if you ding it and etc. To give an honest opinion, after playing for a while, the Panther is just not cutting it for me anymore. I feel like I am going to snap it in half when I break with it. It feels hollow in my hands (I was practicing on my break speed and am in the process of increasing it), but not to knock on it, it does break them up good.
As for jumping wise, I rarely jump and definitely am not a big fan of how it jumps. I'm a firm believer in, kick out of it lol.
The hollow feeling, a fellow member has stated to me, was due to the ferrule combo, which I have yet to change out.
I am investing in a Terbrock or a Bouska soon. Just need to get my money together first, and at this point of economy, if I had $350, I'd just save it for emergency.
As for jumping wise, I rarely jump and definitely am not a big fan of how it jumps. I'm a firm believer in, kick out of it lol.
The hollow feeling, a fellow member has stated to me, was due to the ferrule combo, which I have yet to change out.
I am investing in a Terbrock or a Bouska soon. Just need to get my money together first, and at this point of economy, if I had $350, I'd just save it for emergency.
master9baller, I said a Gulyassy Sledgehammer, not that weak crap McDermott peddles.
for the price, my J&J is the nuts! I put a samsara tip on it and it jumps and breaks great!
after i made a post like this i settled on a BK2.
was a good choice for me.
was a good choice for me.