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1pRoscoe said:
That is a heavy case empty.
Jim Murnak Custom Cue Cases
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That is a heavy case empty.
1pRoscoe said:
Hi,
Your absolutely right, it's not that big a deal and you certainly do not go hiking with it on your shoulder, however just to keep the math straight, it's closer to 2 lbs heavier that 1 lb.
Your case - 5 lb. 12.40 ounces
ProLite - 4 lb. 0.80 ounces
Difference - 1 lb. 11.60 ounces
1-3/4 pound may not seem like that much weight, but try picking it up with one hand and you will be surprised how much difference it makes especially when carrying the case around on your shoulder for 8 hours. The Murnack case certainly appears to be of high quality and Mr. Murnack has an excellent reputation in the holster market so that is a plus. This isn't a matter of which case is the best. It boils down to what best suits your needs and should be considered as just that. After hearing from so many individuals about weight, I am proud to have been the first to offer a lighter weight custom made case and the response to the ProLite has been overwhelming.
My interest ...
is from carrying around a 4 x 8 Porper case loaded
with 2 playing cues (1 shaft on one and 2 on the other),
a break cue with 1 shaft, and a jump cue with 1 shaft
plus accessories for 10 days in Vegas. I have always been
strong for my size, and I workout with weights, BUT my
shoulder got so sore from carrying around my case
(and you can do a lot of walking in Vegas, or even at
the Riveria) that my sore shoulder started affecting my
stance when shooting and the shoulder and back muscles.
Yes, I did finally check it, but I was also looking for money
games part of the time, as well as playing in the tournaments.
This is why I now check for extra things about a case: how
heavy it is, the shoulder strap (is it too narrow and cuts into
your shoulder, is it padded with soft stuff for easier carrying?).
Recently I just carried a fairly decent soft case for leagues and
local tournaments, but for bigger and more important tournaments,
I like something 'more' formal and space available.
is from carrying around a 4 x 8 Porper case loaded
with 2 playing cues (1 shaft on one and 2 on the other),
a break cue with 1 shaft, and a jump cue with 1 shaft
plus accessories for 10 days in Vegas. I have always been
strong for my size, and I workout with weights, BUT my
shoulder got so sore from carrying around my case
(and you can do a lot of walking in Vegas, or even at
the Riveria) that my sore shoulder started affecting my
stance when shooting and the shoulder and back muscles.
Yes, I did finally check it, but I was also looking for money
games part of the time, as well as playing in the tournaments.
This is why I now check for extra things about a case: how
heavy it is, the shoulder strap (is it too narrow and cuts into
your shoulder, is it padded with soft stuff for easier carrying?).
Recently I just carried a fairly decent soft case for leagues and
local tournaments, but for bigger and more important tournaments,
I like something 'more' formal and space available.
Jim Murnak Case
Sorry about misspelling the name.....it's Murnak not Murnack
Jack
Sorry about misspelling the name.....it's Murnak not Murnack
Jack
NYC cue dude
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I recently bought a Ginacue with 6 snakewood points and an ebony forearm and ivory inlays (some circles and notched snowflakes etc.)
Than I had commissioned James to create a one-of -a-kind MASTERPIECE case that resembles the cue identically. He handcarved the points into the case, handpainted the snakewood and even did imitation ivory inlays into the case. Finally he created his own system for creating "hidden Pockets" (New york case company used to do this where the configuration of 2 buts and 4 shafts created a "U" and the void in the middle was used for internal pockets. He stepped this up to a whole new level.
Well I finally got the case and it is unbeleivable. Anyone at Amsterdam Billiards that has seen it has flipped. Most everyone says that it is THE NICEST cue case ever built, though for sure there haven't been that many really high-end exotic cases made at all.
James said he is going to post pictures on his web-site after his thanksgiving vacation this coming week. I'd do it myself but I am computer retarded. If Your still interested in seeing what the cue looks like, it is identical to the Gina that was for sale @ cornerstone billiards although I bought mine from a different dealer (hi ken @hiendcues).
I was excited to finally get the case, I want everyone to enjoy it as well.
RG
Than I had commissioned James to create a one-of -a-kind MASTERPIECE case that resembles the cue identically. He handcarved the points into the case, handpainted the snakewood and even did imitation ivory inlays into the case. Finally he created his own system for creating "hidden Pockets" (New york case company used to do this where the configuration of 2 buts and 4 shafts created a "U" and the void in the middle was used for internal pockets. He stepped this up to a whole new level.
Well I finally got the case and it is unbeleivable. Anyone at Amsterdam Billiards that has seen it has flipped. Most everyone says that it is THE NICEST cue case ever built, though for sure there haven't been that many really high-end exotic cases made at all.
James said he is going to post pictures on his web-site after his thanksgiving vacation this coming week. I'd do it myself but I am computer retarded. If Your still interested in seeing what the cue looks like, it is identical to the Gina that was for sale @ cornerstone billiards although I bought mine from a different dealer (hi ken @hiendcues).
I was excited to finally get the case, I want everyone to enjoy it as well.
RG
PoolSleuth
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NYC cue dude said:
Your case sound interesting, so you should post a thread with link when pictures are posted...