How much is my cue worth?

[cathylyn]

My grandfather just passed away, and he had 3 cues that are at least 30 years old (our estimate).

Can anyone tell me what they are worth?

Thanks for any help you can give me.

 

[bud02]

Sentimental value priceless

Real world value for all 3 less than $300 depending on the last cue pictured.
The first cue has almost no value.

 

[Chopdoc]

Sentimental value priceless

Real world value for all 3 less than $300 depending on the last cue pictured.
The first cue has almost no value.

Well said.

I think the last one is an Asian import along the lines of Competition, Imperial, etc. Lots of sugar in the shaft from what we can see. Not worth much.

The Cuetec is probably the most valuable of the three and probably the best shooter unless there is some "luck" in the third one. Some of those can shoot well if you put a decent ferrule and tip on but most often not.


The sentimental value is the greatest. Sorry to say they are not of much monetary value.

 

[ELBeau]

Barring a surprise regarding the last one, the cues are commonly available, mass-produced cues without much resale value. Cuetecs like that have been made in the last 10 years and sell for around $50 used. The first cue may have sold for that much new.
Best bet would be to pass grandpa's cues on to family members who would assign them higher value than the general public.