Hi all, so I’m having my first custom Cue made and I’m undecided on the grip. I do occasionally experience sweaty hands when shooting so something with some grip would be good. I’m looking for some type of leather wrap but was wondering which type of leather would be best. Your suggestions based on experience would be much appreciated!
If this is your first cue and you haven't been playing long I would go:
Wrapless (this is often the popular choice of many)
Didn't like wrapless and wanna try a wrap? Go Irish Linen first. You can "slide" your hand into the required position in a very natural way. It'll absorb some of that sweat as well.
Wrapless too slippery even when moist from a sweaty mitt? Ok..then start trying the different leathers. Go from non-grain and on...
As for me...I don't have a distinct preference in wrap. I like irish, I like leather, and I like wrapless. My biggest concerns is shaft diameter, butt diameter, balance, and type of tip.
Good luck!