I am currently looking at the lhc97 Lucasi hybrid, and the lz2004nb Lucasi cues, anyone have any feedback on either of these? Or Lucasi in general? Really like the lhc cue but unsure about the grip, and the lz2004 looks like it has laminate over the wrap which is a deal breaker for me, let me know what you guys think!!
Lucasi cues
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I have tried several Lucasi's with different wraps (leather, wrapless and their special "golf" grip) and different joints. In general I would say it is good value for the money.
The leather wrap was nicely installed and felt good. The golf grip was soft and good on one cue, but didn't feel that well on the other with sharp edges. It is hard to see on the pictures which has the soft, smooth wrap and which has the wrap with sharper edges.
Both steal and wood joint were as expected.
I have tried a regular shaft, and I am quite happy with that one. The ld or hybrid shafts do make the cue ball deflect more than f.ex. predator or ob.
My suggestion for a lucasi would be to either go for the cheapest hybrids or buy a nicer lucasi with original shaft and possibly get an ld shaft from an other manufacturer - depending on whether you prefer an ld shaft or not.
In any case with a budget above 350-400 I would definetely look in another direction, but as said good value for money.
Jon Birger
The leather wrap was nicely installed and felt good. The golf grip was soft and good on one cue, but didn't feel that well on the other with sharp edges. It is hard to see on the pictures which has the soft, smooth wrap and which has the wrap with sharper edges.
Both steal and wood joint were as expected.
I have tried a regular shaft, and I am quite happy with that one. The ld or hybrid shafts do make the cue ball deflect more than f.ex. predator or ob.
My suggestion for a lucasi would be to either go for the cheapest hybrids or buy a nicer lucasi with original shaft and possibly get an ld shaft from an other manufacturer - depending on whether you prefer an ld shaft or not.
In any case with a budget above 350-400 I would definetely look in another direction, but as said good value for money.
Jon Birger
mcericville
Rack, Break, Run, Repeat
The first legitimate playing cue I ever owned was the Lucasi LD1. It was a really solid cue considering the price and production. For me, it was a great beginners cue because it played fairly balanced, and allowed me to eventually figure out that I (personally) needed a softer hitting cue with better feedback.
My brother recently started playing, and he just bought himself one of the Players technology cues (HXT99 I think). I hit a few balls with it, and it played similarly to my first Lucasi. If you're looking for a slightly cheaper cues with less authentic inlays, I'd say look at some Players cues.
Both Lucasi and Players also back their cues with a lifetime warranty, which is a positive selling point.
My brother recently started playing, and he just bought himself one of the Players technology cues (HXT99 I think). I hit a few balls with it, and it played similarly to my first Lucasi. If you're looking for a slightly cheaper cues with less authentic inlays, I'd say look at some Players cues.
Both Lucasi and Players also back their cues with a lifetime warranty, which is a positive selling point.
I have and play with a Lucasi cue.If you stay in the sub $300 range they are hard to beat. Above that price in a Lucasi you are just paying for inlays and such.Above $300 there are better options to explore.
mcericville
Rack, Break, Run, Repeat
Just out of curiosity, why are you looking for a new playing cue (esp. a Lucasi) if you already have a Joss? In my experience they're fairly similar cues often, with the Joss cues playing a little stiffer and a little more consistent than the majority of Lucasis.
Just looking to get into something new I suppose, bought the joss used a while back, looking for something with a little softer feel, idk much about cues though that's why I was asking and researching first. Hoping within a month or less ill be able to get into some sort of predator cue with ld shaft!
Hate to see someone go for a $300 Lucasi. Look at Mezz or Schon, far superior IMO.
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And more money new,used different story.
This person has the new cue fever. No cure known.
mcericville
Rack, Break, Run, Repeat
Ah. I understand perfectly. On the way to discovering what works for you I suppose one must discover everything that doesn't as well. Nothing wrong with that! Good luck with whatever ya get, and make sure you report back.
I had Predator and sold them. Overpriced for what they are, big hype and made in China.
Better deals for the money, if looking for LD shafts, are OB cues made in USA and I consider them better quality than Predator.
Good prices at Seyberts for OB 2012 cue line
http://www.seyberts.com/catalog/OB_2012_Cue_Line-10463.html
Cheap and pretty good LD for the money but not a top product are Lucasi Hybrid with lifetime guarantee including warpage. Predator is not including warpage in their guarantee.
The best LD shaft is Jacoby Edge Hybrid.
You should think about buying a cheap Lucasi (sell the shaft or use it to break with a Samsara tip) and buy a Jacoby Edge Hybrid shaft with uni-loc to fit Lucasi.
You can see Jacoby Edge here
http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cueobsessions/jacoby/jacoby_hybrid-edge-cueshaft.htm
If you look for a cue with regular shaft, go for a SCHON, the best for the money.
I'm with you on this.Granted the Lucasi warranty is good but the playability of the other cues mentioned are far superior.
i'll second that!!!!!
i would also like to add that if he's tried this Lucasi and really likes the way it hits then i think he should buy it. seriously if he can use it and it feels like an extension of his arm then he should buy it and not think twice.
lucasi may be made in china but they do put out a product. not the best but you get a lot of cue for your money
Lucasi cues..
A "lower end" (under $350) Uni-Loc Lucasi hybrid is a great cue for someone that wants a good shooter w/o breaking the bank. If you buy one that has the standard thin silver ring/black collar and don't like the shaft, then you can sell the hybrid shaft and upgrade to an OB, TIGER, PREDATOR, or JACOBY EDGE fairly easily without needing custom work to match your new shaft. This gives you lot's of options on a budget.. :wink:
A "lower end" (under $350) Uni-Loc Lucasi hybrid is a great cue for someone that wants a good shooter w/o breaking the bank. If you buy one that has the standard thin silver ring/black collar and don't like the shaft, then you can sell the hybrid shaft and upgrade to an OB, TIGER, PREDATOR, or JACOBY EDGE fairly easily without needing custom work to match your new shaft. This gives you lot's of options on a budget.. :wink: