Lambros, Pechauer, DP, Jacoby and Nitti
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Pechauer
I can't tell you anything bad about any of the cues listed , but I am glad to reccomend a Pechauer to anyone who plays pool seriously. I have played with one of Jerry's custom cues for4 years and this past year they did some work on the cue for me and like every thing else the sevice was impeccable , in fact down right amazing. Their workmanship,pride in their product , and service is beyond reproach. Nine of my students have purchased Pechauer's and every one loves his or her cue and has had nothing but good things to say about the quality of the product. Look at the PL and limited series and try one if a friend has one available, Always the Duck I will also tell you that Leonard Bludworth builds an absolutely fabulous cue, and he also will make sure the cue performs to your satisfaction.
trufil said:
I can't tell you anything bad about any of the cues listed , but I am glad to reccomend a Pechauer to anyone who plays pool seriously. I have played with one of Jerry's custom cues for4 years and this past year they did some work on the cue for me and like every thing else the sevice was impeccable , in fact down right amazing. Their workmanship,pride in their product , and service is beyond reproach. Nine of my students have purchased Pechauer's and every one loves his or her cue and has had nothing but good things to say about the quality of the product. Look at the PL and limited series and try one if a friend has one available, Always the Duck I will also tell you that Leonard Bludworth builds an absolutely fabulous cue, and he also will make sure the cue performs to your satisfaction.
trufil said:
I have a Pechauer and a Jacoby. The Pechauer is a production cue, i.e., it was not custom made for me. The Jacoby was made to my specifications. Both cues are great! They do play differently and I like them both but because of the difference in play, I have to settle on playing with one of them exclusively. I play with the Jacoby mainly because it is customized for me. You won't go wrong with either. Both cuemakers are great to deal with too. Duck is absolutely correct about the great workmanship of Jerry's cues too. They are beautiful cues. Dave Jacoby also has great workmanship. Either way you go, you won't be disappointed!
trufil said:
The last four cues you mention can be found at about any time on ebay. The Lambros will be costly unless you get real lucky, his cues are in demand. The Lambros by far will have much better resale value if you don't like it. But there is nothing wrong with any of the cues you mentioned.
Joe
My question is how many one of a kind cues can DP make and sell on Fleabay?
I'd get a Lambros if I can afford it. But, their joint is unique so don't look for an aftermarket shaft to fit it.
I'd get a Lambros if I can afford it. But, their joint is unique so don't look for an aftermarket shaft to fit it.
trufil said:
Trufil,
I have a brand new nitti cue for sale. Contact me at dooziexx@yahoo.com if you are interested. Thanks.
I have played with a Pechauer cue, which belongs to my wife, and you will not find a better cue for the money. It has a very solid hit and plays great.
You will be stepping up, several steps, in price to get a Lambros. I currently play with a Lambros, with his "Ultra Joint" and one of his laminated shafts. I have his regular shafts too. I really like the way this cue plays with either the regular or the laminated shaft. It has a real nice feel to it.
Unfortunately, I can't say that dealing with Lambros was a pleasant experience. He is not the best when it comes to customer relations.
Buy one from a dealer, if you can find one. It is very dificult, because there are Asian dealers/collectors buying up everything he makes.
Although not on your list, another cue you may want to consider is a Scruggs. Scruggs makes the best balanced cue I have ever used and it playes great. He is not a legend for nothing. He is also one of the nicest people you will ever deal with.
You will be stepping up, several steps, in price to get a Lambros. I currently play with a Lambros, with his "Ultra Joint" and one of his laminated shafts. I have his regular shafts too. I really like the way this cue plays with either the regular or the laminated shaft. It has a real nice feel to it.
Unfortunately, I can't say that dealing with Lambros was a pleasant experience. He is not the best when it comes to customer relations.
Buy one from a dealer, if you can find one. It is very dificult, because there are Asian dealers/collectors buying up everything he makes.
Although not on your list, another cue you may want to consider is a Scruggs. Scruggs makes the best balanced cue I have ever used and it playes great. He is not a legend for nothing. He is also one of the nicest people you will ever deal with.
trufil said:
All are nice cues, but I would give the nod to Nitti, He makes fantastic cues at a reasonable price. I foresee the demand for and the price of his cues going up in the future because of the excellent playability and quality craftsmanship.
Check www.onthehill.net to see some of his cues.
peace,
David
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Rick R.
Thank you all for your comments. I have one more question for Rick R. concerning the Lambros laminated shaft. How does it play in regards to the normal one, is it smooth to the touch? The shafts that I've send back are both laminated black dots and both warped. In addition, they both had rough spots, that I believe happen when the different layers expand and contract with changes in temperature. I'm beginning to think this may not be the best technology. What do you think?
Thank you all for your comments. I have one more question for Rick R. concerning the Lambros laminated shaft. How does it play in regards to the normal one, is it smooth to the touch? The shafts that I've send back are both laminated black dots and both warped. In addition, they both had rough spots, that I believe happen when the different layers expand and contract with changes in temperature. I'm beginning to think this may not be the best technology. What do you think?
Hey Dooziexx, I sent you a PM.
I would have to recomend the Dale Perry. Yes, it seems he does put a lot a cues up on ebay, but every cue that comes out is made with intense care. The workmanship on them is amazing. And, the hit, couldn't be better. He also has the Dp-r Shaft that if you like a 12.75 mm shaft it is great. The ones on Ebay are a steal. If someone suggests another cue over a perry, ask if they have used a perry.
prewarhero said:
I have. The ss joint killed any reasonance in the cue. Very skinny and too much deflection.
I have a Lambros too. That one is built much better than the expensive DP I tried.
How many cues can he make a week with intense care?
Nitti makes gret cues as well.
Ok I am feeling generous
Guys, I have way to much in stock for VF.. so here ya go.. I have a 1200 retail Jacoby, it is a ONE of ONE, and says so on the forearm, its tulipwood and curly maple. It has a phenomonal leather wrap. Nice cue.. it can be seen here
http://www.classiccues.com/cues/others_1.htm
SO here ya go.. AZ Billiards board discount.. anyone interested can have the due for $600.00 shipped. (payment MUST be a moneyorder)
Joe (---e-mail me at joevan@classiccues.com please
Guys, I have way to much in stock for VF.. so here ya go.. I have a 1200 retail Jacoby, it is a ONE of ONE, and says so on the forearm, its tulipwood and curly maple. It has a phenomonal leather wrap. Nice cue.. it can be seen here
http://www.classiccues.com/cues/others_1.htm
SO here ya go.. AZ Billiards board discount.. anyone interested can have the due for $600.00 shipped. (payment MUST be a moneyorder)
Joe (---e-mail me at joevan@classiccues.com please
classiccues said:
I wish i needed another cue, that is one hell of a deal w/ 2 shafts. Jez..
I have a Lambros and his cues are not referred to as "The Hit" for nothin. I love it and the minute I get out of school and get a job, I am going to buy another one with a bunch shafts so I have back up upon back up. I hope I never play with a cue other than a Lambros for the rest of my Life. Best cues ever.
kollegedave
kollegedave
trufil said:
The laminated shaft is just slightly stiffer than the Lambros regular shaft. Really, there is not a huge difference, which is suprising to me. Both play very well. Both have very little deflection.
The laminated shaft is also very smooth and if you were blindfolded, you would not be able to feel the difference between the regular shaft of the laminated shaft.
I don't agree with your theory about the expansion and contraction of the black dot shafts. The laminations should make the wood more stabil, not less. I would guess that the rough spots are more the result of poor quality wood or workmanship.
My cue is extremely old and doesn't have his new joint or new shaft. Sorry.
kollegedave
kollegedave
Rich R. said: