Ash

[Sensei418]

Why has no one made a performance shaft with a small diameter out of ash wood like a snooker cue has, but designed for pool. It seems like a reasonable idea. Predator uses ash as part of their laminate. Just wondering why? Thoughts experiences other ideas welcomed! Tech is an important part of the development of our game.

 

[shadowmoss]

One big problem is there will be no trees left.

http://www.hungrypests.com/the-threat/emerald-ash-borer.php

I have some ASH available.
Some of the cue makers that bought this batch. Pfd,Barnhart,Frey,Dunkel,Durbin, and more.

1"x1"x32"lg Some 31"lg

$25.00 Select 14 ring count +
$20.00 Select 13 ring count -
$20.00 A 14 ring count +
$15.00 A 13 ring count -
$10,00 B
$5.00 C

$100.00 min. plus shipping.



Call me 860 585 6067

 

[galipeau]

Not too sure about Predator, but I think that Mezz used it as a core in one of their shafts. I personally hate traditional ash shafts in snooker cues, as the grain is coarse and the cues I've played with weren't sealed well. I imagine a light coat of epoxy sealer would prevent beard hairs on your chin from getting caught, but I just haven't seen it done yet. Also, on a subjective note, ash is less attractive than maple (to me at least).

I think someone on here was using ash that did not have the dirty grain lines. Maybe Larry Vigus? I could see those turning out nicely.

 

[M.G.]

Universal Smartshaft II SP16 or SP16BK (for breaking).
Inner 8 are ash, outer 8 are maple. I'd would love to try one but it's not really available here.

Ash need a bit of filler then sealer to be used for years if you like it silky smooth (which I don't). But maple simply is cheaper, has been used for ages - so everybody is using that.