Early Joss West by Bill Stroud - Tulipwood/ Brass Joint/ Multiple Shafts - $1800 shipped
For sale is an early Joss West cue made by the legendary Bill Stroud, believed to be from the late 1970s transitional / experimental period of Joss West production.Cue Details
- Maker: Joss West
- Era: Late 1970s (estimated)
- Wood: Tulipwood
- Wrap: White with green spec linen, beautiful shape
- Joint: Brass
- Pin: 3/8×10 big pin
- Butt weight: 16.51 oz
- Butt length: 28.5 inches
- Butt diameter:
- At joint: 0.823 inches
- At butt cap: 1.30 inches
- Sideways “W” logo, consistent with 70s Joss West cues
Shafts (3 Total)
Shaft 1 (believed original to the cue):- 29 inches
- 3.70 oz
- 12.67 mm (below ferrule)
- Thoroughbred MH tip
- Straight
- 30 inches
- 3.42 oz
- 11.92 mm tip
- Thoroughbred MH tip
- Shows a slight taper roll
- Roll appears consistent with small-diameter taper, not structural warpage
- Made for this cue by John Nemec
- 30.5 inches
- 3.17 oz
- 12.2 mm tip
- Thoroughbred MH tip
- Slight taper roll, again consistent with smaller diameter shaft
Condition Notes
- Butt is straight and solid
- No cracks or structural issues
- Finish shows normal age-appropriate wear
- Brass joint and pin are clean and seat properly
- Shaft rolls described above are disclosed accurately and honestly
- Custom Joint Protectors by Jim Baxter included
Why This Cue Is Notable
- Early Joss West construction
- Sideways “W” logo from pre-standardized era
- Tulipwood and brass joint combination
- Mix of original, period-correct, and modern high-quality shaft options
- Appeals to both collectors and players
Price & Terms
Price: $1800 shippedUPS or FedEx with tracking and insurance included
Payment: PayPal F&F, Zelle, or Venmo
Trades: Not looking for trades at this time