How long do ferrules last

[ChicagoPete]

Im wondering how long ferrules last? Are they good for as long as they’re not damaged? I have a 93 Schon, a 80s Helmstetter and a couple shafts for each one and when I used to shoot quite a bit 7 years ago I had a cue maker friend who just took care of it for me. I didn’t pay attention to what he sold me, the cues I had back then just hit really well. Im not thrilled with the hit on the cues I have now. I put on new tips but didn’t improve the hit. The draw sure but not the hit. Im thinking new ferrules? But not sure, any good advice appreciated. Thanks!

 

[Patrick Johnson]

It’s not the ferrules; it’s you. That’s a good thing - it means you don’t have to replace ferrules; you just have to get over it.

pj
chgo

 

[Bob Jewett]

Well, there are things that could go wrong with ferrules, like loose or cracked. You would be better off asking the question in the "Ask the Cuemaker" forum. Here it is: https://forums.azbilliards.com/forums/ask-the-cuemaker.22/

 

[FranCrimi]

My guess is it's the tips. The old ones probably petrified and as for the new ones, 7 Years is a long time. The tips today probably aren't exactly the same as when they made them 7 years ago. I used to play with Moori mediums and they changed. I had to switch to Kamaui black soft to get the same feel. It's a process.