Capone Cues?
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imo the best hittin cues I have played with.
I would highly recommend one
I would highly recommend one
Mike Capone makes excellent hitting cues.
They look pretty nice, too. :wink:
Best,
Brian kc
They look pretty nice, too. :wink:
Best,
Brian kc
The best thing to do is go to a dealer, show or tournament that has vendors in attendance and compare them yourself. Granted it does get frustrating when you hear that but the opinion of others don't mean a thing.
From what I have seen they are nice cues and reasonably priced.
From what I have seen they are nice cues and reasonably priced.
I agree that you should try it out first, cuz everyone has a different opinion on "hits a ton".
That said, I've owned a Capone for, about a decade. I love the medium stiff, crisp hit. It also has a neutral balance, which I also like.
On the aesthetic side of things, Capone is known for very long, razor sharp points, which I also like.
Eric
That said, I've owned a Capone for, about a decade. I love the medium stiff, crisp hit. It also has a neutral balance, which I also like.
On the aesthetic side of things, Capone is known for very long, razor sharp points, which I also like.
Eric
I played with a Mike Capone cue for a while and it was a fantastic cue.
Ended up using it in a multi-cue "trade-up" deal, but it was worth keeping.
The workmanship and materials of construction were very good as well.
4-point Hoppe with an ivory joint, worth about $1100-$1200 in the secondary market.
Ended up using it in a multi-cue "trade-up" deal, but it was worth keeping.
The workmanship and materials of construction were very good as well.
4-point Hoppe with an ivory joint, worth about $1100-$1200 in the secondary market.
Capone Cues
I bought a cue from Mike at the 2004 US Open,would'nt take today what
I paid for it.That should tell you something,plus it is one of the smoothest
feeling cues I have ever had in my hand.
PS. Also want to say my second choice would be Dan Dishaw.
I bought a cue from Mike at the 2004 US Open,would'nt take today what
I paid for it.That should tell you something,plus it is one of the smoothest
feeling cues I have ever had in my hand.
PS. Also want to say my second choice would be Dan Dishaw.
I've found Mike's work to be superb. His cues are well constructed and precise to minute detail.
Comparing them to the Omen cue, I tend to prefer the elegance of the Capone aesthetically. Mike's super sharp inlays and a distinct look set the bar pretty high. His cues look expensive. His designs tend to be more daring IMO.
What I prefer about the Omen, however, is the beauty of materials and playability. Pete does get some incredible exotic wood. The Capone cue is stiff and solid. Very low deflection. The Omen is a softer quieter hit that tends to improve the power of my stroke. I play better with that kind of cue.
Given that hit is totally subjective, and either of these cuemakers can craft a stiffer or softer hit at their customer's request, for me there isn't a "better cue" to recommend. I like both but choose, on a personal level, to play with an Omen.
Comparing them to the Omen cue, I tend to prefer the elegance of the Capone aesthetically. Mike's super sharp inlays and a distinct look set the bar pretty high. His cues look expensive. His designs tend to be more daring IMO.
What I prefer about the Omen, however, is the beauty of materials and playability. Pete does get some incredible exotic wood. The Capone cue is stiff and solid. Very low deflection. The Omen is a softer quieter hit that tends to improve the power of my stroke. I play better with that kind of cue.
Given that hit is totally subjective, and either of these cuemakers can craft a stiffer or softer hit at their customer's request, for me there isn't a "better cue" to recommend. I like both but choose, on a personal level, to play with an Omen.
bump..do you guys think there is a difference in playability of Mike's cues from 10 years ago?
I just got my Capone back in October (during the open) and I couldn't be happier. I waited a few months but it was totally worth it. Great hit, and hit looks amazing. I cannot say as a comparison to those others I am not familiar with them.
I've never played with a R. Howard cue, so I can't compare that.
I have played with a Pete Ohmen cue and, in fact, I have an Omen J/B cue. Pete makes a great cue but I prefer a Capone to play with. To be honest, I also have a Scruggs and a Lambros but I prefer to play with a Capone.
BTW, I actually have three Capone cues, if that says anything.
Another great cue maker you may want to consider is Cory Barnhart. He also makes a great cue.
Kingwood Capone
I have a kingwood Capone that I play with after buying and selling more than I care to count. I followed that with a bacote Capone that I turned around. It didn't feel the same.
I can't compare specifically to the others you mentioned, but I think you need to consider more than just the maker. Purple heart seems to be gaining popularity.
My opinion is that kingwood has tone or resonates unlike anything I've played with. Some woods that are more dense seem to "drive themselves," but I prefer more feel.
I highly recommend Capone.
But it all comes down to perception and preference.
I would love to read about your decision and satisfaction (or lack of) with your choice.
Someday someone will make a machine that fits cues to our stokes (much like at a golf pro shop)!!
I have a kingwood Capone that I play with after buying and selling more than I care to count. I followed that with a bacote Capone that I turned around. It didn't feel the same.
I can't compare specifically to the others you mentioned, but I think you need to consider more than just the maker. Purple heart seems to be gaining popularity.
My opinion is that kingwood has tone or resonates unlike anything I've played with. Some woods that are more dense seem to "drive themselves," but I prefer more feel.
I highly recommend Capone.
But it all comes down to perception and preference.
I would love to read about your decision and satisfaction (or lack of) with your choice.
Someday someone will make a machine that fits cues to our stokes (much like at a golf pro shop)!!
I have owned a few Capones one i wish i never had sold it and to top it off I see it every week and he wont sell it back to me. About 5 Capones here at the local pool hall ohmens 2 I do like the ohmens just havnt pulled the trigger yet but I would try both out for awhile then decide if you only have one barrel to fire.
All fancy Capones all play great. $1400+
Ohmens are simple PJ and 4 pointers all play greeat to. $300-700
Craig
All fancy Capones all play great. $1400+
Ohmens are simple PJ and 4 pointers all play greeat to. $300-700
Craig