Lets just say vice grips and a jig saw were used before the cue made it to my shop. It was not pretty
getting ready for the ICCS
- Thread starter Chris Byrne
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and some Jack Daniels?
I just got the rings done in the joint protectors last night. I should have a completed cue photo in about a week.
Barbells
Chris,
First off, amazing work!! Second, I saw this cue for the first time today (went link happy) and was wondering if the barbells of copper, brass, copper were like veneers? I ask because it looks like the "weight" end of each barbell is ivory, and I was thinking (when I first read your description) that the "weights" would be copper on each end, and the "bar" would be brass. If I'm not explaining myself well, please let me know. Any way you look at it though, that cue is gorgeous! I can't wait to see the finished product.. and I only viewed it for the first time 5 minutes ago =)
Chris
Chris,
First off, amazing work!! Second, I saw this cue for the first time today (went link happy) and was wondering if the barbells of copper, brass, copper were like veneers? I ask because it looks like the "weight" end of each barbell is ivory, and I was thinking (when I first read your description) that the "weights" would be copper on each end, and the "bar" would be brass. If I'm not explaining myself well, please let me know. Any way you look at it though, that cue is gorgeous! I can't wait to see the finished product.. and I only viewed it for the first time 5 minutes ago =)
Chris
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The owner gave me permission to show the whole setup on the public forums. The photos do not show the copper and brass inlay in the barbells. They really pop in person.
Thank you, You are correct. They are ivory. They can be done in copper or brass as well. I have been doing this combo for the last year or so. It really gives a nice bit of flash and color to the cue without being over the top. I think they look classy.
Hey Bob, here is a preview for you. All the white is ivory. The barbells are made of copper,brass,copper. When the finish is on they really pop. Looking forward to the show.
The owner gave me permission to show the whole setup on the public forums. The photos do not show the copper and brass inlay in the barbells. They really pop in person.
Hey, which case maker had the great idea to make removable centerpieces on those cases?
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Felleni? Lol just kidding
that butt sleeve is very nice.......outstanding job
Chris, amazing!! I would love to see this cue in person, if for no other reason than to see the copper and brass. In the 5th picture you uploaded of the finished cue, you can get a *tiny* glimpse that there are 3 stripes of metal there, rather than just one. As you said, I'm sure it "pops" in person. What I really want to know, is when do I get one?? :grin: In all seriousness, I will have to get together with you after I have paid off my latest buying binge, and see about a custom from you. Thanks to your and the owner for sharing pictures of your beautiful work.
Chris
Thank you.
I too would like to thank Bob for allowing me to post the pictures. It is nice to be able to show some of what I have been building lately. The only cues i get to post lately are the ones for the SBE once a year.
I too would like to thank Bob for allowing me to post the pictures. It is nice to be able to show some of what I have been building lately. The only cues i get to post lately are the ones for the SBE once a year.