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There was a thread, not too long ago, which discussed the nomenclature of these types of cues. Lots of people don't like the name "sneaky pete" and "hustler". Perhaps you should search for the thread.
 
Entry Level Basic cue fits (Purpleheart Kersenbrock) if you have a few $k to start out :)
 

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Thanks Duke :)

I seem to spend as much time finding cues as I do playing anymore..... it is addictive, I guess all the beer I don't drink anymore pays for them (and Yes DPK's play very well) :D

Have a good night!

(Pre-Date Franklin SW - Entry Level Basic cue)
 

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I'm having flashbacks of the "No, NO NO! It's called 'Tournament Blue'".

"Excuse me, Sir, but I was told by the Simonis Rep that it's called 'Electric Blue'".
 
duke@neo.rr.com said:
then perhaps the word "basic cue" should be used? or maybe "entry level cue"?
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The problem seems to be the lack of a sexy name for Plain Jane. Who wants to say, "Oh, I bought an Entry Level cue?" How much money can one charge for a "basic cue"?

The key value proposition of a "plain jane" cue is that most of one's money is invested where it counts: in the forward end of the cue. Perhaps this benefit concept could be embodied in a term such as, "Value-Forward Cue" or "Business End Cue."

A sneaky pete, by definition, has absolutely no elaboration to give away the fact that it's not a one-piece house cue. There's nothing "sneaky" about a sneaky pete with joint collars, snakewood points, or a cuemaker's signature in plain sight. :rolleyes: A really sneaky pete might include the forged brand of Valley or Dufferin, or even the words, "Made In China". :cool: Performance enhancements, like a layered tip or laminated shaft, may be disguised to some degree with dirt or a marking pen. One might even mimic a slip-on tip by sliding a plastic sleeve over one's ivory ferrule.
 
Ruthless said:
Entry Level Basic cue fits (Purpleheart Kersenbrock) if you have a few $k to start out :)
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I would be embarrassed to show up at my local watering hole with such a crude instrument. Far from entry level IMO, unless it's being used as a first cue for my two year old, since he wouldn't know the difference. I hope.:p
 
Hi Gregg :)

That plain SW above is the best hitting cue on earth to me and about everyone that's hit with it. I have been offered way more than it's worth several times. Out of all of the SW's I have it is King.

I like plain looking cues that hit well. Kerry Zyler (Zylr Cues) refuses to put points in his and they are some of the best hitting cues out there (I have 2 of those also). I break with a Josey "Sneaky" that hits like a bomb (his ferrule broke the first day though..... Nitti replaced it with a melomine). I'm not out to "hustle" or impress anyone. I want to play with the cue that plays the best for me, I just love the game and collecting cues!

The days of real road playing are dead, "The internet killed the road player - RIP". That's because if someone hits a lick for $10k in Miami today they will know who and where in Alaska tomorrow.

Sneaky Pete cues are great to beat around or play in the local bar for $5 a rack. But a true player knows pretty well how you hit balls after the first few shots even if you are dumping.

I wish All the very Best in Life!

:)
 
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I guess some people refer to a sneaky pete as a "plain jane" b/c they usually do not have inlays, verneers, rings, etc. Its kinda like calling all copiers Xerox machines even tho they may be made by a different company.

Southpaw
 
duke@neo.rr.com said:
now thats what I'm talkin about. great cue there Ruthless. personally, I'd NEVER spend that much on a cue, but to each their own huh? I just like to play and not worry more about my cue than whats going on ON the table. maybe its just me :confused: haha, nice cue though...I have heard they play very well (DPK's)
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If this statement were really true, you wouldn't have started this thread now would you?
 
Dhakala said:
A sneaky pete, by definition, has absolutely no elaboration to give away the fact that it's not a one-piece house cue. There's nothing "sneaky" about a sneaky pete with joint collars, snakewood points, or a cuemaker's signature in plain sight.
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Dhakala-
This may be the only time you and I have ever agreed on anything on this forum but you are right. Sneaky petes with joint collars and buttcaps and even butterflies and other bells and whistles are no longer sneaky petes by definition.
 
Hi Jeff,

I'm so happy to see another valuable thread from one of the finest member of AZ community!!! I truly appreciate the expertise and insight only you can bring to the board ... keep it up!!!!

duke@neo.rr.com said:
...I know I'm not the only one who gets annoyed at this, but seem to be the only one voicing his opinion
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YES!!! Fight the good fight for the ones without voices!!!! I'm sure they are looking up to you. U DA MAN!!!!
 
pharaoh68 said:
Dhakala-
This may be the only time you and I have ever agreed on anything on this forum
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Kensho comes to each when he is ready. A thousand smilies upon your first step along the Four-Bank Path to Enlightenment and Correct Thinking! :)

but you are right. Sneaky petes with joint collars and buttcaps and even butterflies and other bells and whistles are no longer sneaky petes by definition.
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Indeed, this is one of the underlying Realities of Zen Cueism, the practice of which strips away the illusions of life such as "fancy sneaky pete".
 
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