Basic Repair Lathe's

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PickPocket

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Looking at doing basic cue repair, what lathe?

I want to replace tips, ferrules, wraps. fix tendons as needed.

I've been looking into the following:

- Cue Man Billiard Products "Micro Cue Smith 2" (or 3)
- Midamericapool - Basic Cue repair w.4ft bed
- Custom Cue lathes - Basic Repair Lathe
- Unique Products - Cue Companion (Package 2)

Anyone recommend any others to consider?
Anyone selling used?!
 
indeed I have!

GBCues said:
Seems to me you've asked this same question before:
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=252331
There was a screaming deal for a Cue Companion in here over the weekend:
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=349651
Here's one advertised in the Denver CraigsList:
http://denver.craigslist.org/bfs/4367336950.html
but I know nothing of the seller or the suitability of the lathe he is selling for the purpose he claims it is intended for.
Gary
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Since that was a few years ago, I figured there may be some new info or new equipment that I should consider.

As for that screaming deal, it's pick up only.
 
PP,
Man, I am sorry. We get soooo many "looking for basic lathe" posts here they blend together after a while. I thought yours was more recent and didn't even check the date.
Yeah, the CraigsList link was facetious, but somebody might find it interesting. Not sure about the linen quality, but it might be worth checking.
The Cue Companion is local pickup, but if you happened to have a friend or relative out there, it would be a great find.
All of the sources you have listed are solid, helpful guys.
CustomCueLathes.com used to be on here all the time, but he has faded away. He still has a website.
The only other possibility might be the Laneer (sp?) that has resurfaced here lately. It has some nice design features, especially for repairs only.
As others have mentioned in other similar posts, you can either get a lathe that is for repairs only and sell it later if you decide to get a building lathe - you'll get most of your investment back. Or get a basic lathe that can be added to as you go. Or keep the basic lathe and buy a building lathe later if you have the room. I originally thought I didn't have the room and now I have 4 lathes of various kinds:yikes:
Good luck in your search,
Gary
 
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