Cue length

jsaxman

jsaxman

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Why is the standard length of cues at 58"?

Why not 57" or 59" or 58 1/2" ?

What makes the 58" the ideal cue lenght?

The weight of most cues is lower than before.......
due to newer faster cloth on the pool tables.....
lighter cue is all that is needed to get the lighter hit for position.
I think the ideal weight is 18.5 oz. to 19 oz.


Just currious, As to how cuebuilders came up with the standard 58" length.

Thanks for any info. on this topic!!!!

later,
sax
 
I checked Wiki, but no mention on the history of cue length.
My opinion is it depends on the person , as to how long you want the cue.
For me, if I are not going to need the extra length, why have it.
But trying to shoot with a cue that prevents you from making shots with a steady because it is too short seems foolish.
If you only play on a 6foot table ,you can certainly get away with a shorter cue. But if you play regularly on a 9 footer or longer, you may want a longer cue and possible an extension.
But to answer your question, 57 to 60 inch cue seems to cover the range for alot of people.
I have recently had more request for the 60 inch overall plus the bumper length.
Hope this helps you.
Neil
 
When I 1st started playing pool, the cues were 56" & 57" long. When I started to make cues I measured a Mcdermott & a Meucci & found them to be 58" long. But through a measuring error I made my cues 57 1/2". When I discovered the mistake I continued (to this day), to make them that way because I liked the way they balanced...JER
 
jsaxman said:
Why is the standard length of cues at 58"?

Why not 57" or 59" or 58 1/2" ?

What makes the 58" the ideal cue lenght?

The weight of most cues is lower than before.......
due to newer faster cloth on the pool tables.....
lighter cue is all that is needed to get the lighter hit for position.
I think the ideal weight is 18.5 oz. to 19 oz.


Just currious, As to how cuebuilders came up with the standard 58" length.

Thanks for any info. on this topic!!!!

later,
sax
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In the beginning it may have just been arbitrary. They made them the length that seemed to work and stuck with it. The 57" house cue was the standard and I suspect custom makers just went from there. Palmer made their cues 57. I think the first cues that were standard 58 may have been Joss. I would be interested to hear from Billy on this.
 
Interesting thread here. I met Frank Stellman (Sailor Cues) he told me I would benefit from a 59" cue. I did not think it would be appropriate to ask why but will try one someday for sure.. Presently all my cues are 58".
Dan
 
I believe it relates to people's heights. Back in the 1800s and early 1900s, people were a little shorter and only required a 56/57" cue. Over the last century the average height of people has increased, hence the need for longer cues. Then you've got the wing-span theory. Sorry
 
It's a proven fact that of all of the 6 billion people on this earth, no two can use the same length cue. It's a complete waste of time trying. This is completely substantiated by the criteria in the formula that one Mr. Eddie Wheat (formerly a proliferant poster on AZB) developed over 18 years of cue building expertise. So, this thread is a complete waste of time as your proper length cannot be determined since Mr. Wheat has left the room.

Dick
 
Great Respose

Dick,

Touche! Where will we go? without ew's expertise?:rotflmao1:



rep for you!


later,
sax
 
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