I'm down to two, AE or Dishaw

Both good cues

I personally would choose Dishaw because of his dedication to making top quality cues.

In terms of resale. Wondering why you are already thinking of that?
Cue market is s*cking big time right now so resale will also be s*cking. So expect to get nothing for either cue because no one has any money.

I have never playerd with an AE so I have no opinion. I like Dan's cue for playability. But that is a matter of personal taste. Dont take it for too much.

I think Dan is current president of the ACA. For what it is worth.
 
metal5d said:
Dishaw does use CNC for some points and inlays, as do many of today's cuemakers.
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Hmmm.......According to the Blue Book of Pool Cues, 2nd Edition, Dan does NOT use cnc. And, he didn't the last time I talked to him.
 
Come to think of it, I haven't seen a Schon or a Joss LTD. with sharp points in YEARS.
 
Just FYI, as far as Dishaw resale, I posted in another thread that I have several standing offers for my cue. I have a list of people, some of whom are pro caliber players, who want my cue should I decide to sell it.
I've never bought a cue for myself with the intention of flipping it. On the other hand, the worst I've done is break even on a Gilbert that I bought from a local. He called the week after I bought it {some here will know who this is} and bugged me about it for quite a while. I finally sold it back to him after two or three months, for what I paid for it. I've never lost money on a cue I've sold, but I've never bought for investment. The old collecter's addage still applies, buy what you like.
 
Pushout said:
Hmmm.......According to the Blue Book of Pool Cues, 2nd Edition, Dan does NOT use cnc. And, he didn't the last time I talked to him.
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I assure you he does currently use CNC. There are many little tricks to making inlays and points look sharp even with CNC. Look at the example below you'll notice that the inlays are rounded. CNC is used to cut the shape of the inlay in the material and the shape for the pocket.

http://www.dishawcues.com/HopkinsEbony.jpg
 
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I think CNC gets a bad rap because people think it takes away from the craftsmanship of a cue. Even with CNC there is a lot of detailed fitting to ensure pieces fit together tightly. Working with CNC is just as much an artform as using a hammer and chisel.
 
I would be interested

in knowing why these 2 cuemakers are the only ones considered?

Is it:

1) Availablity in a local region
2) Reputation
3) Affordablility
4) Test hit with these 2 brands?

I know myself, that the more I plan to spend, the more research I do before buying, and the more makers I consider.

There may have been problems with CNC in the past, but probably had more to do with the cuemakers lack of knowledge about Computers than anything else. Many cuemakers have CNC's, whether they use them to produce the best product they can is best left up to them. They are aware of all the benefits and pitfalls much more so than me, and their skill level of using a CNC. Their quality is their life.
 
Reasons

the reason why i chose AE or Dishaw are as follows:
Pin: Want a large pin.
CNC: I wanted someone who has great experience with cnc.
Price: My design is expensive. These two are in my price range.

That is why i'm asking for info.
 
cbi1000 said:
the reason why i chose AE or Dishaw are as follows:
Pin: Want a large pin.
CNC: I wanted someone who has great experience with cnc.
Price: My design is expensive. These two are in my price range.

That is why i'm asking for info.
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I see.

Have you considered Keith Josey?

He uses the radial pin (with options of brass, stainless steel, and titanium); he is excellent with his cnc execution; he also is very reasonable with his pricing, and a very great guy to work with, in my humble opinion.

Keith does his cues both ways, cored and uncored; he can also build very well executed sharp points, along with perfect cnc inlays. His leather wrap is also one of the best in the industry. I think he should be able to meet your needs no matter what your requirement may be.

Just my 2 cents.:)

Richard
 
cbi1000 said:
Ok cue buffs.

Please let me know your thoughts about these two cue makers (play, craftmanship, resale).

Thanks,
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AE, both are great, but an AE with sharp points has the edge! and will play at very least as well.
 
I currently have an AE in my collection and was considering a Dishaw when i bought my first cue but was advised against it due to poor resale and this came from a top cuemaker. The AE is a solid cue but i feel there are better hitting cues out there for similar money. I have 3 PFD cues, a Perry Weston and a Judd cue and they are all great hitting cues.

For the money of a nice AE or Dishaw you could buy a nice Nitti cue and the resale is much better. Likewise a Judd but if you buy new you will have an 8 month wait for the Judd but it is worth it. Have you looked at PFD? Great hitting cues and he will build any design you care to think of.
 
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