I posted this in ask the cue maker but think it should be here.
Can somebody please explain the preferred grades of maple for american pool cues?
I have used lots of maple myself, buying in boards and just picking the bits I like.
But i keep reading about 'old growth' maple and various other terms.
I would appreciate an 'idiots' guide to the maple you guys use. I'm really not sure what it is you look for.
Also, a link to the suppliers, sawmills direct preferably or maybe specialist small suppliers, who can provide specific quality.
I would also like to source finest quality straight grain ash and would appreciate some info if anyone has it.
Many thanks.
Can somebody please explain the preferred grades of maple for american pool cues?
I have used lots of maple myself, buying in boards and just picking the bits I like.
But i keep reading about 'old growth' maple and various other terms.
I would appreciate an 'idiots' guide to the maple you guys use. I'm really not sure what it is you look for.
Also, a link to the suppliers, sawmills direct preferably or maybe specialist small suppliers, who can provide specific quality.
I would also like to source finest quality straight grain ash and would appreciate some info if anyone has it.
Many thanks.