Modifying Sneaky Pete???

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I was curious about how adding some inlays on a sneaky that plays great could potentially affect the hit of the cue? I don't want to change how it hits at all if possible....

Anyone ever done this?

Thanks in advance....

Howard
 
I'm not an expert, but I understand the shaft (+tip+joint) is primarily responsbile for the feel.

Assuming inlaws dont change the weight, should not make a difference.
 
Yeah, I really wasnt sure...... I love the cue, but would love to enhance it if I could. Just don't want to mess up the feel at all......
 
Bill Yerd said:
Although it may be a very small amount, you are weakening the structural integrity of the cue.
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What???:confused:

He is not drilling the Lincoln tunnel thru it.....

Some simple inlay work would be fine. Changing the pin, joint, ferrule, taper, etc...would but some simple inlay work you will be fine.....OTB
 
inlays

I see no reason that you cannot have inlays installed in your sneaky pete
if you dont mind spending the money.

I have had wood inlays done on 2 cues and never noticed any difference.

MMike
 
Bill Yerd said:
Although it may be a very small amount, you are weakening the structural integrity of the cue.
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This post would be a good candidate for a new thread called "What's the Best Bill Yerd Post". :grin:
 
I will get some pics tomorrow..... I actually got the cue from Mike Johnson, it was his personal playing cue for 10 years or so. To say it hits well is an understatement. At the same time, I realize I am changing something that maybe should not be changed. Hard decision, but I do like the cue.
 
Tribal Guy said:
I will get some pics tomorrow..... I actually got the cue from Mike Johnson, it was his personal playing cue for 10 years or so. To say it hits well is an understatement. At the same time, I realize I am changing something that maybe should not be changed. Hard decision, but I do like the cue.
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If you want to dress it up...do it & enjoy it. Obviously get some estimates first.
 
Innumerable research studies on this precise subject have all resulted in the same exact findings. You will definitely notice a discernible and possibly drastic change in feel. Unfortunately, this change in feel will be that of your wallet and not the resulting cue.

It apparently has a history, so I'm of the school of if it ain't broke don't fix it, but that is also subject to change depending on the depth of your pockets. Personally, I'd go a few bucks more and get yourself another cue altogether, and leave your fine playing sneaky as is. Like classic cars; they're only original once...
 
Great advice Bob.

Im in the same boat as OP as I have an outstanding SP (Gabon Ebony with Birdseye and a Hoppe ring) that is PERFECT! in weight and feel to me. I love it! I just wish I could dress the damn thing up a bit with a few inlays =)

I was thinking inversed arrowheads at the base of the points <grin.>

~Roy
 
Bill Yerd said:
Although it may be a very small amount, you are weakening the structural integrity of the cue.
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You should start another interesting "what's the best" thread.
This time title it:

"What is The Best Inlay Material To Add To An Existing Cue To Maintain The Molecular Structure Of The Wood"
 
Tribal Guy said:
I was curious about how adding some inlays on a sneaky that plays great could potentially affect the hit of the cue? I don't want to change how it hits at all if possible....

Anyone ever done this?

Thanks in advance....

Howard
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About as much as decals change the ride of a car.
 
TATE said:
About as much as decals change the ride of a car.
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Right on it! I found that out after putting Summit Racing decals on my Hover-Round! But what is sneaky about a sneaky pete full of inlays, and joint rings? I never got that one yet.
 
To determine the amount it would change the cue, one must first figure the mass ratio. Then using the formula a=b-2XC. C being the cue of course. Once you have determined the density of the wood and plug in your numbers, you will have your answer. I saved you the time and did the complicated math and the answer is zero change.....glad I could help
 
prulhiere cues said:
To determine the amount it would change the cue, one must first figure the mass ratio. Then using the formula a=b-2XC. C being the cue of course. Once you have determined the density of the wood and plug in your numbers, you will have your answer. I saved you the time and did the complicated math and the answer is zero change.....glad I could help
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Is there an app for that?
 
i have seen many times

some had something they really liked. i.e. you and your sneeky. then they changed it, THEN they said man i really wish i had not done that.
if it ain't broke don't fix it
 
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