anodized aluminum pin

Cdryden

Cdryden

Pool Addict
Silver Member
What your thought on this pin? I have never used a cue with a anodized aluminum pin and I was wondering what are the pro's and con's of this type of material. I like the way it looks but I wondered is there any drawbacks to it. I am assuming the main reason for using this pin is to keep weight down.?.
So what do you guys think about it?
 
The biggest drawback is strength. Aluminum bends and breaks easily. That being said, under normal playing conditions, it should be fine.

You would be better off using titanium. It costs more but I feel it is worth it.

Save $$$ in your methods not your materials.
 
I agree. I started using titanium pins recently and I feel a big difference so when all my ss pins are gone I think I'm gonna try to use titanium exclusivly
 
dave sutton said:
I agree. I started using titanium pins recently and I feel a big difference so when all my ss pins are gone I think I'm gonna try to use titanium exclusivly
Click to expand...

TAP TAP TAP.

I'm going this way as well. We are changing our weight bolt/weight system in our cue's so this may help with weight. And we are going to be doing more coring in maple fronts.

The only thing about it is some cue's just plain need a brass pin, looks and hit wise.

I'm thinking of having some titanium pins anodized with gold plating so they have that brass look, but save the weight. Just an Idea.

I'm also in the: "cost isn't an object when building playing cue's" catagory.
 
thanks for the comments guys. I have decided that I do not want a aluminum pin for my next cue due to its strength drawback. I like the black look of the pin but not enough to sacrifice quality. Thanks again for pointing me into the right direction.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top