Leather Case Suggestions {PLEASE}

sizl

sizl

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I am anticipating the arrival (at least another month) of a new custom cue. As we all know custom cues are not cheap, so I need to protect it the best I can. That being said I really don't know a whole lot about good (protective from the elements) cases. So could I please impose on my AZ brothers and sisters and PLEASE :D give me some info as too what some of the better brands of cases are?

Leather
2 butts- 4 shafts


Thanks in advance
 
sizl said:
I am anticipating the arrival (at least another month) of a new custom cue. As we all know custom cues are not cheap, so I need to protect it the best I can. That being said I really don't know a whole lot about good (protective from the elements) cases. So could I please impose on my AZ brothers and sisters and PLEASE :D give me some info as too what some of the better brands of cases are?

Leather
2 butts- 4 shafts


Thanks in advance
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I have a Whitten 3x6 I'm selling (asking $375 shipped with engraved nameplate). I'm getting longer than standard cues so I need a new case, and a lot of high end cuemakers recommend Whitten. Others that a lot of people like are Justis and Instroke. If interested PM me. Here are some links for you to check out:

http://members.aol.com/jjustis4/
http://www.whittencuecases.com/
http://www.instroke.com/
http://www.onqcases.com/home.htm

Of course you can check eBay for cases as well.
 
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Another one to consider

Well I got a Ron Thomas Cue case that I really like. He doesn't have a website, but Indyq.com has some. If I had to choose another type I would go with Justis, but that would be @ 400+
 
Whitten, hands down. Yes, they are expensive, but you truly do get what you pay for. I have NEVER seen a finer case, and I have owned both a Justis and Instroke.
 
I'm with 1PRoscoe...Whitten hands down...I have a 2x2 and LOVE IT :D ...but to each his own. Rackin Zack has a beautiful one for sale.
 
br8knrun52 said:
I'm with 1PRoscoe...Whitten hands down...I have a 2x2 and LOVE IT :D ...but to each his own. Rackin Zack has a beautiful one for sale.
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I agree completely, like I said I am only selling mine because I need to order one from Dan that can hold a 60" cue with joint protectors!
 
Whittens are definitely nice, but if you're looking for protection/value I would suggest Instroke. Best value---hands down---is the Instroke Premier, which is a handsome black vinyl case that you can literally toss around the poolhall w/o any worries.

I use the Predator 2x4 which is made by instroke; it's superbly constructed inside and out, and sleek in design. It actually reminds me alot of the 2x4 Whittens, with a bright yellow panther on the front which I've learned to live with.

-Roger
 
buddha162 said:
Whittens are definitely nice, but if you're looking for protection/value I would suggest Instroke. Best value---hands down---is the Instroke Premier, which is a handsome black vinyl case that you can literally toss around the poolhall w/o any worries.

I use the Predator 2x4 which is made by instroke; it's superbly constructed inside and out, and sleek in design. It actually reminds me alot of the 2x4 Whittens, with a bright yellow panther on the front which I've learned to live with.

-Roger
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I have a Whitten 2x4 and a Instroke premier 3x5. Although the Whitten is a finer case and much more elegant. Bang for the buck, the Instroke Premier. That said don't forget to consider a Justis too.
 
I haven't owned a Justis or a Whitten case, just can't afford them. I have an Instroke Geo 2x4 which I got for about $175. In terms of protecting your cues, it certainly does.

Jim Eales
 
You cant really go wrong with any of the high end cases, Whitten, Justis, Thomas. Its really just a matter of preference. If you want something custom go with any of the 3 mentioned. If you are only concerned with protection and not so much individuality then I would recommend Instroke, great looking cases with even better protection at a decent price. I personally would go with the custom case for your custom cue.
 
sizl said:
So could I please impose on my AZ brothers and sisters and PLEASE :D give me some info as too what some of the better brands of cases are?

Leather
2 butts- 4 shafts
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Here's a good review:

JimBo Case Review

Fred
 
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Sizl,

Whitten cue cases are elegant and well made but not for the typical pool player who drops their cue case in the trunk of the car haphazardly. His leather is very fine leather, maybe even calfskin and shows scratches easily.

Jack Justis makes a protective and attractive cue case whose finish can be repaired more easily IMHO and he would be my choice for your cue.

I own both cases as well as an Instroke.

Jack gets my vote.
JoeyA


sizl said:
I am anticipating the arrival (at least another month) of a new custom cue. As we all know custom cues are not cheap, so I need to protect it the best I can. That being said I really don't know a whole lot about good (protective from the elements) cases. So could I please impose on my AZ brothers and sisters and PLEASE :D give me some info as too what some of the better brands of cases are?

Leather
2 butts- 4 shafts


Thanks in advance
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Since you mentioned protection as a criteria for being "good" (we think alike), let me say for the record that IMO, Instroke makes the most protective case on the market period, better than Whitten, Justis, whoever else was mentioned.

Now, "nicer" is a different story, and if you're willing to spend the $$$ by all means consider the custom casemakers.
 
Die Hard Justis

Hi everyone:

I am a big fan of Jack Justis. I have had pretty much all the cases mentioned here in the forum at one point or another except a Thomas. I have owned a few Instroke cases (both with and without the jump compartment), Swift (both with and without his stamp on the bottom), Flowers, George (vinyl and leather), Whitten (2x4 Alligator Embossed on cowhide with grey trim, and a bigger one with brown lizard pattern embossed on cowhide with black trim), Porper leather and Vinyl, and a very solid and well constructed brown 3x6 Jack.

In my opinion, Jack's case is the most durable and stylish. My Whitten cases were very elegant but they require very careful handling; unfortunately, they both had zipper problems (which was probably an isolated incident); my Instroke has all sorts of problems although I have to agree that they are great cases for the money if you are only concerned about protections against damage and warpage of your cues.

I also like the fact that I can throw the Jack Justis around and it would just look better with age. The leather is very thick and the construction is very solid. I love the way he finishes his leather. His case is almost like a personal fashion statement--sort of like a pair of customized cow boy boots--it sets the owners apart form the rest of the people in the room; and it gains more character as days go by.

I agree that Whitten cases are very elegant. I think they are prefect for those looking for a custom high quality cue case without any metal rivet. His design is very simple but classy. I owned two of them--so obviously, I like them. :) To me, they are more like a pair of Bally dressed shoes--very sopfisticated and expensive-looking--which requires constant polishing and caring.

Design is a matter of personal preference. For myself, Jack's design is the most unique, and stylish. The problem is they are so durable and well designed that I cannot find any excuse to get another one. :confused:

If I have the chance, I would also like to buy a NY case just to see what they look like. Anyone owns one of those?

Take care folks... :D

Richard
 
Informative!

I am overwhelmed .....not by the # of responses, but by all of the knowledge on this subject. Thank you guys for the informative and indepth replies.

I am keeping an open mind, but I think I have it narrowed down to two. (i think)

Thanks again
sizl
 
Whitten... ;) Try E-bay as The Whitten Company puts up a NEW Case weekly... :eek:
 
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