History of Joint Protectors?

This joint protector is someone you don’t screw around with….
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Benelli said:
I love JP's, they make it so much easier to grab the butt/shafts in my case. Even better they add a little bit of flair to the top of your cue like a jaunty little hat.

WTF... you would deny your cues hats. Don't be a fucking monster...
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'Hats for bats'-- quote from movie 'MajorLeague'
 
garczar said:
'Hats for bats'-- quote from movie 'MajorLeague'
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Thanks for the idea... made them for wine bottles.... will make a JP set. Instead of Stoppers...will call them Toppers.
 

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trob said:
Take to long to take off is a joke lol they take a second to take off.
I hear the same thing about golf head covers . I slide it off and stick it in my pocket as I’m walking to the ball. Then slide it back on as I’m walking back to my bag. Adds no time. You know what it does do ? Eliminates my expensive golf clubs from banging together .. between the annoying noise and the damage I’m using them whether anyone likes it or not.

Back to the jps lol I’m not sure they are needed but I like them so f it. back when I had high end cues it was a nice thing to add To the . Like chrome on a car. It doesn’t make you go faster but it looks pretty lol
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Yes they take too long to take off. What kind of threads do you have?

Like I said, I have to use two hands to take JP's off and put butt down, grab another and repeat. Then repeat with break cue. After taking all the JP's off then I have to screw on the JP's because I don't want to lose them or I can throw them back in the bag. After that I have to pick up the butt and shaft and screw them on.

My JB case is my joint protector. I pull the shaft out and stick it on the butt. Screw and pull all in one motion. Quick.

If people want to use one then fine. I just think it takes too long to get ready. You have to come ready and play. There are guys almost done with their first game while I'm waiting for my opponent to get ready.
 
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Chopdoc said:
I get up, get some coffee, ready for a day of sifting through cue history and chasing mystery. This MF'r shows up with dates, pictures, transcripts, receipts...everything short of fingerprints.

I'm waiting on an email on a hot 1976 Budweiser cue deal when pool cue Rain Man here show up and says July 4th 1976 was a Tuesday and it was sunny and 80 degrees in Maryland when Tim Scruggs made me a joint protector. And he stuffed a Bounty paper towel in it that he bought from Rosie herself. With Scotch tape? I'm going to check on that 3M claim big boy. That looks like cheap import tape to me. :rolleyes:

You got a receipt for that paper towel tough guy?

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Tell me Professor, is that an illusion or does that thing actually cover the entire joint collar and rings?
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No illusion Doc. It covers the whole joint and most of the joint collar. Pretty cool huh...
 
billiards_watch said:
Yes they take too long to take off. What kind of threads do you have?

Like I said, I have to use two hands to take JP's off and put butt down, grab another and repeat. Then repeat with break cue. After taking all the JP's off then I have to screw on the JP's because I don't want to lose them or I can throw them back in the bag. After that I have to pick up the butt and shaft and screw them on.

My JB case is my joint protector. I pull the shaft out and stick it on the butt. Screw and pull all in one motion. Quick.

If people want to use one then fine. I just think it takes too long to get ready. You have to come ready and play. There are guys almost done with their first game while I'm waiting for my opponent to get ready.
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I played in a league with a guy that took 25 strokes before shooting. THAT is what takes too long.
 
billiards_watch said:
Make a quick release JP. No need to screw in all the threads.
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How about designing an automatic battery operated JP unscrewer. Or hire some to do it for you .. Hey Sausage… Undo these JP’s
As for quick release. That’s easy. Use a few threads to grab and done.
 
billiards_watch said:
Make a quick release JP. No need to screw in all the threads.
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They make push on silicone JPs for those who find screwing a challenge.

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Viper Billiard Cue Joint Pin and Tip Protector - GLD Products

The Viper Billiard Cue Joint and Tip protector keeps your cue's pin and tip safe from damage. The silicone cue pin protector keeps your pin safe from damage, ensuring the connection stays tight. This helps prevent miscues, reduces stress on the joint, and keeps your cue in top form. The tip...
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Chopdoc said:
They make push on silicone JPs for those who find screwing a challenge.

gldproducts.com

Viper Billiard Cue Joint Pin and Tip Protector - GLD Products

The Viper Billiard Cue Joint and Tip protector keeps your cue's pin and tip safe from damage. The silicone cue pin protector keeps your pin safe from damage, ensuring the connection stays tight. This helps prevent miscues, reduces stress on the joint, and keeps your cue in top form. The tip...
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Before a match begins….Maybe have a race to 3 who can take their protectors off faster.
 
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