Length of Snooker Cues?
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http://www.worldsnooker.com/about_the_rules.htm
The rules appear to only specify that a cue may not be less than 3 feet.
http://www.fcsnooker.co.uk/fcsnooker_new/snooker_cues/fcsnooker_branded_cues.htm
Standard cues are 57 inches, but extensions for sale here are up to 33".
Custom makers can produce cues longer than 57 inches.
The rules appear to only specify that a cue may not be less than 3 feet.
http://www.fcsnooker.co.uk/fcsnooker_new/snooker_cues/fcsnooker_branded_cues.htm
Standard cues are 57 inches, but extensions for sale here are up to 33".
Custom makers can produce cues longer than 57 inches.
The so-called "snooker cues" I've seen here that were 60" long, were just long pool cues. No small tip and no short (brass) ferrule.Pushout said:
Typically most British Snooker Cue makers produce cues at either 57" or 58" as a standard length.
As someone has already stated all of these companies would build a custom cue at whatever length you like
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As someone has already stated all of these companies would build a custom cue at whatever length you like
If anyone is interested in English mnaufactured snooker cues from Peradon, Cue Craft and Mastercraft then please visit my website.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask - I will try my best to answer
I thought you British people measured such weights in stones. But if he could bench press it, think of the break-offs he could make, with five or six reds potted each time. I'd pity the backs of the pockets.Boro Nut said:
But seriously, if a cue is solidly made from good wood the main differences between a cheap one and a dear one are a little more ornamentation and pride of ownership. In the US it's possible to pay $5000 or more for a cue, $4800 of which is for decoration. Some such cues do not hit the ball as well as some house cues.
I totally agree, and I'm glad the fashion hasn't caught on in snooker. There are usually a couple of 50+ year old bog-standard one piece gems in the racks in most clubs around here. If they are still straight after that time and nicely balanced they feel great, though I never use them since I've had my own. I think everybody has a two piece or 3/4 cue nowadays for practicallity, but nothing quite hits like a one piece.Bob Jewett said:
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Hello guys,
im a snooker player, and to explain why some cues are generally more expensive than others in snooker is because of the way they play.
everybody has their preferences on 'feel' of a cue, but a good snooker cue maker will be able to make a cue that has the contact feel that you desire, but with the right balance and lenght etc (not to mention throw when you play side)
its not really about the appearance at all, however once your getting a cue made that will be what you want, you might get some nice veneers or something in the but.
however back on topic, snooker cues are generally 57-58 inches as stated above, however i have a 60 inch snooker cue, that was custom made for me, i know several (tall) people that have had 60 or even 61 inch cues made for them, however you can not buy decent cues of this size 'off the shelf' they would be a custom request.
what sometimes amazes me about american pool is how much emphasis is on the appearance and not how the cue plays.
ill admit there is a hell of alot more craftmanship in a pool cue, but thats not what your paying for with a snooker cue.
cheers.
sb..
im a snooker player, and to explain why some cues are generally more expensive than others in snooker is because of the way they play.
everybody has their preferences on 'feel' of a cue, but a good snooker cue maker will be able to make a cue that has the contact feel that you desire, but with the right balance and lenght etc (not to mention throw when you play side)
its not really about the appearance at all, however once your getting a cue made that will be what you want, you might get some nice veneers or something in the but.
however back on topic, snooker cues are generally 57-58 inches as stated above, however i have a 60 inch snooker cue, that was custom made for me, i know several (tall) people that have had 60 or even 61 inch cues made for them, however you can not buy decent cues of this size 'off the shelf' they would be a custom request.
what sometimes amazes me about american pool is how much emphasis is on the appearance and not how the cue plays.
ill admit there is a hell of alot more craftmanship in a pool cue, but thats not what your paying for with a snooker cue.
cheers.
sb..
The cost difference with snooker cues is really the quality of the wood and the feel, not how they look. I played on the ranking circuit in Ireland(amateur) for years with my Riley which was a good cue, but within a couple of weeks of getting the Parris I was kicking myself for not getting it 5 years earlier. For me it just makes the game easier. My Parris cost about 280 pounds and it only has two small inlays.
I get asked the same question about price in my store all the time.
The simple and quick answer is that it is down to:
1. Materials - better quality woods = higher cost
2. Workmanship - handmade cues are made literally by hand no machines at all = you are paying for the cue makers time
3. Can be decoration, a Thuya Burr wedge or Cocobolo splice will cost you extra.
Sometimes in the case of Parris, Wooldridge and others you are paying for reputation - do not think for one minute this means the cues are bad, they have gained the reputation by building wonderful cues, I just think you pay a premium and you can get a cue that plays just as well by Peradon and Mastercraft.
Hope this helps
The simple and quick answer is that it is down to:
1. Materials - better quality woods = higher cost
2. Workmanship - handmade cues are made literally by hand no machines at all = you are paying for the cue makers time
3. Can be decoration, a Thuya Burr wedge or Cocobolo splice will cost you extra.
Sometimes in the case of Parris, Wooldridge and others you are paying for reputation - do not think for one minute this means the cues are bad, they have gained the reputation by building wonderful cues, I just think you pay a premium and you can get a cue that plays just as well by Peradon and Mastercraft.
Hope this helps