Felinni, Ron Thomas, Engles, et al questions

Dawgneck

Dawgneck

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I currently have a 3x7 Instroke leather case and I'm contemplating buying a Fellini / Ron Thomas / Engles case made of Elephant (incl Trunk), Ostrich, Alligator, Shark, Lizard, Kangaroo or some other exotic skin.

My questions are:

1. Do most people use these "exotic skin" cases to transport cues to the pool hall or just store the cues at home (I'm thinking about scratches, drying out of skin, etc)?

2. Of the skins listed above, what are the most desirable /expensive (in order)? Which feels the best to the hand (in order)? Which is the strongest (in order)? Is there a website I can view to get more info on these skins?

3. Most cases I've seen have a thin felt liner inside. Is this enough to protect a cue from vigorous transportation? Does the cue or shaft move about inside these cases? My Instroke has tubes which secure the butt and shafts snug.

4. Same question above, but regarding temperature, humidity and warping. Do these cases protect the cues from the weather extremes as well as one with tubes?

5. Can those of you with these types of cases comment on why you prefer (or don't prefer) them over the "Instroke" type with tubes?

6. Can those of you with these types of cases comment on how you carry other accessories (chalk, rags, break cues, etc) since the majority of these don't have pockets? This question is for those who carry accessories (I know many of you don't).

Thanks in advance for your replies.
 
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Never seen a Fellini or an Engles larger than a 1x2 so are you downsizing?

Ive had conversations with Ron Thomas. Elephant is very very durable and scratch resistant. And most expensive.

Even with tubes (depending on case maker) you can have movement.

Define vigiorus transportation and explain where or how you are storinq your cues when not in use.

As for me- im downsizing. going back to a 1x2 (no break cue, no accessories)
 
Thanks for your response.

I am looking for a 1x2 or 2x4 as a 2nd case to use when I'm playing one-pocket (1x2) or a quick match locally. I'll use my larger case when I expect to play extensively or will need a break and/or jump....

By vigorous transportation I mean traveling to a poolhall/pub with case in the trunk of a car on a daily basis.

I just keep my cues and equipment in my instroke case and bring it inside my house when I return from playing.

Perhaps I'm tiring of carrying around the larger, heavier 3x7 and I'm looking to downsize as well.

Thanks again.

Qjunkie said:
Never seen a Fellini or an Engles larger than a 1x2 so are you downsizing?

Ive had conversations with Ron Thomas. Elephant is very very durable and scratch resistant. And most expensive.

Even with tubes (depending on case maker) you can have movement.

Define vigiorus transportation and explain where or how you are storinq your cues when not in use.

As for me- im downsizing. going back to a 1x2 (no break cue, no accessories)
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From my brief experience using Engles cases... The cues fit snugly together, tips pointed down, joint up...With the woods pointed in this direction, you first have to pull out the shaft then the butt. They do fit well in the case...
The padding in minimal but sufficient, and since there is no side to side movement, the cues should be pretty well protected...
The case itself is very strong... I wouldn't drive my car over it, but it would probably be ok.

The elephant skin is tough as nails...the python I use for storage as a safe queen...and occasionally use with care during transport to and from the hall...

Overall, I love 'em... Hope this helps!!
 
Thank you for your reply.

I'm looking at various cases right now.


MidLifeCrisis said:
From my brief experience using Engles cases... The cues fit snugly together, tips pointed down, joint up...With the woods pointed in this direction, you first have to pull out the shaft then the butt. They do fit well in the case...
The padding in minimal but sufficient, and since there is no side to side movement, the cues should be pretty well protected...
The case itself is very strong... I wouldn't drive my car over it, but it would probably be ok.

The elephant skin is tough as nails...the python I use for storage as a safe queen...and occasionally use with care during transport to and from the hall...

Overall, I love 'em... Hope this helps!!
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Dawgneck said:
I currently have a 3x7 Instroke leather case and I'm contemplating buying a Fellini / Ron Thomas / Engles case made of Elephant (incl Trunk), Ostrich, Alligator, Shark, Lizard, Kangaroo or some other exotic skin.

My questions are:


3. Most cases I've seen have a thin felt liner inside. Is this enough to protect a cue from vigorous transportation? Does the cue or shaft move about inside these cases? My Instroke has tubes which secure the butt and shafts snug.

4. Same question above, but regarding temperature, humidity and warping. Do these cases protect the cues from the weather extremes as well as one with tubes?
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3...securing the cue is better than having them getting jostled aroung if you don't shoot for extended periods

4...humidity is in the air you breathe.
 
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