Equestrian Cue Progress Pics

West Point 1987 said:
Finally! I see someone with great taste. I was wondering when I'd see a custom maker put horseshoes into a cue again. Seems like an obvious motif (because of the luck angle, the shape, the inlay material options, etc.), but you just don't see it as much. As you can see, I'm a fan...
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Your cue looks absolutely stunning, especially like the long points and forearm. Can't wait to see it finished out!
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Hi Colonel,

There was another fine US Infantry man who IMO was the most effective General in or country's military history that was a great equestrian.

George S. Patton. I bet he would have loved to play some pool with a horseshoe inlay cue.

Great Cue, thanks for sharing and thanks for your service keeping us safe at home.

Rick

This West Point Grad competed in the Olympics and had a pretty good record for fighting the enemy in time of war.

Patton participated in the first-ever modern pentathlon at the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm. He finished fifth overall. He placed seventh out of 37 contestants in the 300 meter freestyle swimming. He was fourth out of 29 fencers. In the equestrian cross-country steeplechase, he was among the riders who turned in perfect performances, but he placed sixth because of his time.
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thindpoolplayer said:
Thank you for your comments! I would like to see a pic of the whole cue, love the horseshoes.

Brian
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Sure! Here you go...http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=228123

OBTW, George Patton would prefer our choice in horseshoe inlay material...his pistols were ivory handled, he always chafed at the suggestion that he had "pearl handled" revolvers. In his opinion only "pimps" had pearl handled anything. :thumbup:
 
Brian,

Your cue is at final size and here is a pic I tool the other day before I installed the pin.

I still need to apply sealer and sand smooth.

I will expose the cue to UV again tomorrow and I should be able to start the finish process on Tue am.

Rick

It's getting purple again!!!

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scdiveteam said:
Brian,

Your cue is at final size and here is a pic I tool the other day before I installed the pin.

I still need to apply sealer and sand smooth.

I will expose the cue to UV again tomorrow and I should be able to start the finish process on Tue am.

Rick

It's getting purple again!!!

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Thanks Rick, I cant wait to get in my hands, I feel like a kid at Christmas time!

Brian
 
thindpoolplayer said:
Thanks Rick, I cant wait to get in my hands, I feel like a kid at Christmas time!

Brian
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Brian,

It is in the sun now and the AC and I am turning 1/3 it every hour. It's like basting a turkey. :killingme:. I will do it tomorrow also and Start the finish process on Tues.

Rick
 
Brian,

Here is your cue ready for the finish process with the pin installed and the 36 hour epoxy is cured for over 2 day now. I now can put it between centers on the lathe,

I will machine the butt area and pocket in AM and sand seal. Then I will apply the epoxy substrate coats.

I will be spraying the cue in a few days.

Rick

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West Point 1987 said:
Finally! I see someone with great taste. I was wondering when I'd see a custom maker put horseshoes into a cue again. Seems like an obvious motif (because of the luck angle, the shape, the inlay material options, etc.), but you just don't see it as much. As you can see, I'm a fan...
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Your cue looks absolutely stunning, especially like the long points and forearm. Can't wait to see it finished out!
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I agree it does "seem like an obvious motif (because of the luck angle, the shape, the inlay material options, etc.),but you just don't see it as much." It just makes are cues that much more unique!
 
Brian,

All machining is done and I applied the epoxy substrate sealer to the cue and shaft. It must be flat sanded in 24 hours. I have AC in my shop but do the the extreme heat and humidity, I will sand them Monday morning to be extra prudent for a hard cure before sanding.

Rick

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Hi Brian,

I will get back to work finishing up your project today.

As you know I have developed a staff infection in my leg and since last Saturday I have not been able to work or even stand at my lathes.

Both your's and Alex's cue should have been ready to ship by today and because of my extreme pain and swelling no work has been done in the last 6 days.

All I have to do is engrave the logo and, sand and spray your cue and shaft and It seems like I can get back to work tonight and I will be back on track.

Again, thank you for your patience and understanding concerning my situation. It is really appreciated.

Rick

Thank god for the pain meds and antibiotics or I would have been ready for the rubber room.

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I been following these two cue you building everyday and was wondering what happened.

I hope you leg is mending and you are ok. Keep up the great work on cues. I love watching the builds.
 
Jake Bagoodi said:
I been following these two cue you building everyday and was wondering what happened.

I hope you leg is mending and you are ok. Keep up the great work on cues. I love watching the builds.
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Thanks Jake,

I have a nice piece of Brazilian Rosewood I got from Tony G that is sick but the burl you want for your cue is not yet in my hands.

I am building 4 cues right now and when these 2 are finished I will start your build. Since the burl will be used on the handle it won't be needed for well over a week so we will be ok.

Thank for you concerns and support,

Rick
 
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scdiveteam said:
Hi Brian,

I will get back to work finishing up your project today.

As you know I have developed a staff infection in my leg and since last Saturday I have not been able to work or even stand at my lathes.

Both your's and Alex's cue should have been ready to ship by today and because of my extreme pain and swelling no work has been done in the last 6 days.

All I have to do is engrave the logo and, sand and spray your cue and shaft and It seems like I can get back to work tonight and I will be back on track.

Again, thank you for your patience and understanding concerning my situation. It is really appreciated.

Rick

Thank god for the pain meds and antibiotics or I would have been ready for the rubber room.

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Take care of yourself Rick, I have several health issues myself and my wife has even more!

Brian
 
Brian,

Here is some pics of your 5 point cue completely sealed again with the logo engraved and gap filled in the butt cap.

I will do the final sand Wed AM and spray the clear coat.

I was able to get back on my feet a little on Sun and today I put in about six hours in the shop as I am now doing a little better.

Thanks,

Rick

To quote Master Yoda, "The Curly Force is strong on this one. See it better after the clear coat, you will". LOL

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localguy said:
I was a Colts fan because of Manning.
Awesome cue.
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localguy, Considering your low posts, for you to take time to post your comment on my cue really means a lot to me!

Thank you,
Brian

Rick, The curly you picked out for my cue is crazy the PH points look like they are in a curly galaxy far far away.lol
 
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