How Many Cues Are Too Many To Own????

It looked like purple heart to me but ivory is an inlay.........I do not consider Koa or any other wood an inlay but I am not the expert on this matter.....this was debated
on the Forum 2 years ago and the majority seemed to side with wood not being considered a inlay......you can do the research on the Forum threads yourself.

I posted this topic in the section where it rightfully belongs.....the Cue-Maker section......"Inlays.......What The Heck Are They? - Today, 11:28 AM".

Let's see what the professionals have to say about inlays........I think that when you insert something into a cue's wood, that pretty much constitutes an inlay in general.
Over the years, it seems like the emphasis has been on the insertion of non-wood inlays into a cue's design. There a southwest cue design by Chris Nitti.......it has incredible
artistry......the most gorgeous mosaic patterns of wood assembled to form American Indian symbols......I would love to own that cue......fanciest I've seen in wood working......
but according to the definition of inlays as I know it to be (I am still looking for some "official definition") that cues has less inlays in its design than it appears to have at first glance.

So let's see what the cue-makers have to say about inlays. Embedding diffreent pieces of material is what you referred to. I submit that wood is not a different material.....wood is wood.
It's basically all the same material, however, within that category of materials, there are different "types" of wood exhibiting different "properties" but it is all the same material...."wood".
Ergo, I submit that wood generally does not constitute an inlay when it is set into wood.....let's wait to see how the folks that make cues for a livelihood comment on what is an inlay.

Matt B.



p.s. Visit the Cue-Maker Section........"Inlays.......What The Heck Are They? - Today, 11:28 AM".....see post #9 from Royce.......it is a great explanation that uses common sense.
 
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JBPA74 said:
I was always happy with a good hitting player. Never even had a dedicated break cue until recently. Found out a friend of mine is a collector and when I was looking for a stiffer hitting player, he broke open the case and started handing cues to me to try. THAT was trouble. Sold my old Predator and now play with a Darren Hill and just got a Steve Klapp and an Alex Brick J/B cue. I'm hooked! If you can afford it and it doesn't negatively affect your life/finances, have at it. Great to pick up various cues and see how HUGE of a difference there is in the way they play. When my finances allow, I'll be seeking out a real nice Joe Porper again to replace the one I sold 15+yrs ago when I needed the $$$. Stiffest, most solid hitting cue I ever played!!! That will complete my collection.
LOL!!!! "That will complete my collection" SAID NO HONEST POOL PLAYER EVER!
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For the cue collector the rule of thumb is to stop after the next one. If you stop then you are no longer a collector, just simply the owner of a collection.
 
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N + 1
N being the number cues your wife the is says is over the top and more means divorce
 
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I have a couple of cues I keep for sentimental purposes. Then I have a break cue, my old player that I keep as backup, and my new player. I have another cue too, but I'm getting ready to sell it since I don't need it.

To me, cues aren't like guitars. They're more like golf clubs. I guess some people collect golf clubs, but for me I'd rather just have what I actually use laying around. It removes the temptation to constantly fiddle and change things up. I think it's hard to get good at this game if I change equipment all the time.

That's not to say that their aren't a lot of cues I'd love to own just because they're beautiful. I'd just put them in a display case and never touch them.

But I probably have too many guitars.... :)
 
Too many? I would say it is only limited by space for proper storage. I have a walk in closet with a combination entry deadbolt lock for my guns and cues. It isn't a vault, but it is a lot more secure than a standard closet. It is not on an exterior wall and you have to go through my home office door with a similar combination deadbolt to get to it.

Minimum? Player, break, jump, masse, snooker, billiard...so the minimum is six.

Typically I carry a 3x6: Player, Jump/Break, Masse shaft for the Jump/Break, and a second player that I pull from my collection just because. Sometimes I switch players or let a friend play with my second player.


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I think I'm down to 7, of which one has a White Diamond tip which I use as a break cue. That is enough for me because I only buy "playing cues" and don't much care about looks or maker's names.
 
Working on getting down to just my Runde player and Gilbert j/b. It's enough for me....for now. When I add another cue it'll either be a bigger Runde or a Tascarella I think.
 
Only experienced players know the answer to this question. And I'm not sure why inexperienced players bother to answer. To look cool???

The answer is easy and obvious.



Freddie <~~~ 4
 
Guitars...

Seriously when you need to flip a coin.. rent or cue... that is when you might have an issue...

JV

john coloccia said:
I have a couple of cues I keep for sentimental purposes. Then I have a break cue, my old player that I keep as backup, and my new player. I have another cue too, but I'm getting ready to sell it since I don't need it.

To me, cues aren't like guitars. They're more like golf clubs. I guess some people collect golf clubs, but for me I'd rather just have what I actually use laying around. It removes the temptation to constantly fiddle and change things up. I think it's hard to get good at this game if I change equipment all the time.

That's not to say that their aren't a lot of cues I'd love to own just because they're beautiful. I'd just put them in a display case and never touch them.

But I probably have too many guitars.... :)
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In such a finess game where muscle memory and repeatable consistency are so vitally important, I opt to use only one. I chose a Schon with an LD shaft since I believe it marks the top for a well made piece of equipment; beyond which I feel one only spends for non performance enhancing attributes such as personal pleasure, and mostly labor costs associated with irellevant doo dads.

"Speak softly and carry a big stick comes to mind". :shrug:
 
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I have what I call my playing cue. A judd that I haul out of the closet when I go play pool. Of course that rig has a jump cue and a cuetec break cue.

Sometimes you are out running errands and drive by the pool room you just have to stop to see if anyone is there, it will just take a minute, but of course you stay for three hours.

But you left your cue at home and the wallabuskas suck so that means a cheap decent cue for each vehicle you own. So, I have two other cues that were purchased used that play well that I keep in my cars. A Olivier and an OB cue. Those two cars are garage kept so they don't deal with drastic temp changes. I have a cheap sneaky that I keep in my truck that is parked outside. If that cheap cue warps, big deal.

Then there is the schon S-10 that I keep just for sentimental value. It was my playing cue for 30 years. Then there is the Mireles that I think about selling but if you don't advertise, whats the use. I have my fathers old cue that could be worth some money.

I have two, two piece cues that I purchased cheap that will be decent enough to use when I purchase a home table.

I have a Al Romero cue on order.

I think I may have one or two too many cues.
 
Bob 14:1 said:
In such a finess game where muscle memory and repeatable consistency are so vitally important, I opt to use only one. I chose a Schon with an LD shaft since I believe it marks the top for a well made piece of equipment; beyond which I feel one only spends for non performance enhancing attributes such as personal pleasure, and mostly labor costs associated with irellevant doo dads.

"Speak softly and carry a big stick comes to mind". :shrug:
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Yeah, personal pleasure, yuck! :D
 
Just one more ?

I have 2 Diviney players, a Diviney jump/break, a Meucci Sneaky, a McDermot and a one piece house cue for a breaker for visitors as I have a 9' table.

I really don't need another cue. But, I want another Diviney with snake wood and ebony and copper inlays. So.....

I think there is a point of over doing it, but who decides that besides you and your pocket book.

I have been shooting hand guns for 55 years, I have a bunch of hand guns and shooting hand guns is some thing I believe one should be good at. Do I really need 6 Glock pistols when I have several other hand guns? Of course I do.
 
Two is the right number for me. I have a cheap Meucci for everyday playing and my fancy Budweiser stick with an extra pack of screw-on tips for special occasions. :grin:
 
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