Any word from Dennis Searing....
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I don't many other builders use those centering scopes to be able to replace a single damaged veneer in a cue.
Talk about precision!
As usual bbb is another guy who knows nothing lol.
I've actually bought at good prices and have actually given a few AZers a very good price on a few because I knew they really wanted one and weren't going to flip it.
Yes, that's what I'm saying:grin: everything considered, build and quality wise he's the best.
If I had to pick 1 guy to build me an old school Bushka/Boti style cue, John Showmans name is right there without question.
I havent seen enough of Mobleys work to judge, although the Collaboration Cue with EDC I have, the inlays are flawless.
Haley makes a great looking cue.
There are a few others but for the most part its Dennis, then a few other guys that are close or real close, then the rest. Once you pass below that small group the difference/gap really widens.
The thing is, it's still possible/likely that whatever cue you have may play better than a S and there would be no point in selling your cue to buy something more expensive(probably) that you wouldn't like. I cant stand how a SW plays(too stiff) but others love them.
Speaking of SW, i never hear of build quality issues and they always seem very close to meeting their deadlines.
When i lived in Florida i had Dennis make me a cue. 4 points tulipwood, hoppe style. I spent a lot of time in his shop as did many others. Always very generous with his time. Also a good judge of character. Thats why deanoc never got a cue from him
Green sent. :rotflmao1:
When i lived in Florida i had Dennis make me a cue. 4 points tulipwood, hoppe style. I spent a lot of time in his shop as did many others. Always very generous with his time. Also a good judge of character. Thats why deanoc never got a cue from him
Fabulous, thanks for the story
I have heard people I respect such as Will and Jake tell me that t
Dennis makes the highest quality cues they know of.
They speak ot close tolerances and things that I can not see.
I am not saying they are not there, my vision is poor plus I do not have
their artist sensibility. I appreciate a beautiful cue like a Mottey,Szamboti,
because they look perfect to me.
I find it hard to believe anyone makes better looking cues than Tonkin or Manzino.
If there is anything prettier than those I would have to see it
One thing I do know,my collie dog is the prettiest animal in the world including the lion or the tiger.
And I will bet anyone $10,000 if they come over and we take Buddy for a walk,someone will stop and say"that is the prettiest dog I ever saw" in so many words
and I will post
Dennis makes the highest quality cues they know of.
They speak ot close tolerances and things that I can not see.
I am not saying they are not there, my vision is poor plus I do not have
their artist sensibility. I appreciate a beautiful cue like a Mottey,Szamboti,
because they look perfect to me.
I find it hard to believe anyone makes better looking cues than Tonkin or Manzino.
If there is anything prettier than those I would have to see it
One thing I do know,my collie dog is the prettiest animal in the world including the lion or the tiger.
And I will bet anyone $10,000 if they come over and we take Buddy for a walk,someone will stop and say"that is the prettiest dog I ever saw" in so many words
and I will post
I am in awe of their ability to hit a 14 year window every time.
Well my order date is 10/2006, Laurie said could be 2021 because of changing help problems, training time, etc.
So 14 years is not the time line no more.
I have had three Searing, three Showman, two Mobley, two Manzino, two Tonkin, and two Gina cues as well as countless others. I think I have pretty much owned cues by every top tier maker of cues between 1990 and now with the exception of Haley and Hercek and I would be hard pressed to pick a "best" cue maker.
I would say the two cues that I thought spoke to me the most regarding precision and attention to detail were a Mobley I had and a Searing that Will Prout let me hit a few balls with.
I do think if someone hasn't paid Dennis any money then he really doesn't owe them anything.
Take Care
-don
I would say the two cues that I thought spoke to me the most regarding precision and attention to detail were a Mobley I had and a Searing that Will Prout let me hit a few balls with.
I do think if someone hasn't paid Dennis any money then he really doesn't owe them anything.
Take Care
-don
How about when Dennis ****s a cue up so badly someone is out their entire cue that costs $$$$$?
Classic AZB thread, one of dozens of it's kind. You should listen to the nuthuggers: We don't deserve Mr. Seerings services/cues. In fact, I don't think anybody does, not even those who defend him. Who deserves to be strung along for 20 years with nothing to show for it, or have his cue broken without compensation? Who deserves to be lied to and mislead over and over. There may be some that do, but I doubt it's true of all the people in these repeating threads.
Here is an idea for cuemakers everywhere: Some guy keeps pestering you for a cue you don't want to make, for whatever reason: Just say "NO". There, problem solved. Time saved that can be used for endless visits from people who shower you with compliments (andmaybeoccationallyworkingonacuebutyouknowthatsalotofworkandwhoreallyneedsit)
Here is an idea for cuemakers everywhere: Some guy keeps pestering you for a cue you don't want to make, for whatever reason: Just say "NO". There, problem solved. Time saved that can be used for endless visits from people who shower you with compliments (andmaybeoccationallyworkingonacuebutyouknowthatsalotofworkandwhoreallyneedsit)
If the Forearm is warped, there is nothing that can be done- gotta build a new cue.
But you knew that didnt you?
I doubt it.
I agree.
And at Dennis's level, move the shop to the boonies and shut the door from visitors.
If the Forearm is warped, there is nothing that can be done- gotta build a new cue.
But you knew that didnt you?
How long does it take to build a new cue?
He doesn't really owe anyone anything but having a waiting list and use this waiting list as leverage is poor behavior. The leverage you have because you have ___ amount of people on the list, therefore, you must be in demand. We see and hear about this all the time.
Also, there are a few more threads of this guy screwing people over.
Also, there are a few more threads of this guy screwing people over.
How long does it take to build a new cue?
I guess over 14 years for SW, about the same time for Szamboti. Any other questions?
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I love the people who say "I ordered a cue in 08" lol. Thats cute....I was with J$Cincy when we visited Dennis and played golf with him....That was 04. I ordered a cue as well. Never to be heard from....Except he made me Szamboti shaft in 2012 and everyone lost their mind. Showman stole money from me and a friend. Its common occurrence with these guys. And yes, I like Dennis, makes great cues, BUTTTTTTTT he has STOLEN Jimmys cue in this case.
Again, no idea what you're talking about
If you want a cue built in a month there are plenty of guys
Are you looking to buy a Searing?