My New Hoppe Style Gus Szamboti

BillYards said:
I guess you will be going to Valley Forge to look there also.
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I am going to VF and will be looking through all the cues to see if I can get the cue that I am after.
As well to see some of the great folks from this forum.
 
rlcarter55 said:
Here are some pics of my new Szamboti that I just received yesterday. I think there were about 100 Hoppe style Szamboti's made by Gus. I am grinning from ear to ear to have one. It is all original and in 98% condition. Oh, and it plays real good.
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Hi Rich,

This is Ethan; I introduced myself at CC USA last week (you keep promising me a game someday).

Your cue is GORGEOUS. I didn't know what you meant by a Hoppe ring when you described it, but now that I see it I love it. The veneers are great too. Hope I get to see it in person soon!

Take it easy.
 
Wow, those veneers are really nice. Can you describe the hit, maybe its close to some other custom you've hit before, so I can at least know what it feels like cause I don't think I'll get a chance to hit lest own one but a Gus is my dream cue.
 
rlcarter55 said:
Here are some pics of my new Szamboti that I just received yesterday. I think there were about 100 Hoppe style Szamboti's made by Gus. I am grinning from ear to ear to have one. It is all original and in 98% condition. Oh, and it plays real good.
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Richard:

You forgot to say that you got the cue from Mike Gartland d/b/a Quality Cues and that I took the photos that you posted.
 
rlcarter55 said:
Here are some pics of my new Szamboti that I just received yesterday. I think there were about 100 Hoppe style Szamboti's made by Gus. I am grinning from ear to ear to have one. It is all original and in 98% condition. Oh, and it plays real good.
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Classic Gus!! Congrats...
 
iconcue said:
how did the previous owner keep it so perfect? the linen wrap doesnt even look used. who made the new shafts?
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Jeff:

The new shafts were made by Barry Szamboti. He polished the cue at the same time.
 
Quality Cues said:
Richard:

You forgot to say that you got the cue from Mike Gartland d/b/a Quality Cues and that I took the photos that you posted.
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Nice find there Mike.
Any other GEMS hiding in your closet?
 
Much of the todays shaftwood is vacuum kiln dried as opposed to standard kiln dried. Vacuum kiln dried wood was not widely available for cues 20 or so years ago. Today many of the custom cue buyers demand the vacuum kiln dried white maple. I also like it but also appreciate standard kiln dried wood if it is clear and straight grained.

Martin

TATE said:
It's a beauty of course, and I really like the veneer close-ups. It shows the care they used building the forearm.

I think it's interesting that todays shaft woods are so white compared to the woods being used even just 15 - 20 years ago. This is true of virtually all shaft re-makes.

The color is not just in the finish, it's in the wood. I've had old original shafts taken down to the bare wood and refinished, and the wood is not nearly as bright white as the wood today.

My guess is the probelm is that the trees are much smaller when harvested, and the heartwood is lighter in color than the outer growth.

It is not so obvious until shown side by side with the originals.

Chris
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iconcue said:
how did the previous owner keep it so perfect? the linen wrap doesnt even look used. who made the new shafts?
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Jeff:

Barry Szamboti cleaned and pressed the wrap.
 
cueaddicts said:
Gorgeous cue. Funny how the simplest of designs can be the most appealing. Gus's cues just jump out at you and exude quality and fine craftsmanship.

Sean
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They certainly do and as an everyday playing cue, I have another Gus which is a little worn but plays so very good. I must be hooked. I wish everyone could have a Gus for Christmas.
 
NaClBandit said:
Hi Rich,

This is Ethan; I introduced myself at CC USA last week (you keep promising me a game someday).

Your cue is GORGEOUS. I didn't know what you meant by a Hoppe ring when you described it, but now that I see it I love it. The veneers are great too. Hope I get to see it in person soon!

Take it easy.
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Thanks Ethan. I will be there, looking for a one pocket victim, this very evening. If you are there, we will play.
 
kenl said:
Wow, those veneers are really nice. Can you describe the hit, maybe its close to some other custom you've hit before, so I can at least know what it feels like cause I don't think I'll get a chance to hit lest own one but a Gus is my dream cue.
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kenl,
I don't think I can describe the hit in this limited space but, I will try.
The hit is rail bending hard, it soft and subtle, the way you might touch the face of a child.... A Gus is an extension of the player and the old masters had it right, in my humble opinion. The cue will do all you are capable of asking it to do and more. If you want one, don't ever settle for less.
Sincerely,
Richard
 
Mike:

Congrats on a satisfied customer! You have taken some shots, but put together a nice sale on this one.

I am interested in viewing your inventory via a web page.... any plans for that in the works?
 
Matt_24 said:
That cue is CLEAN and begging to be played with.

My friend Andy (RIP) had a highly decorated Gus (w/ original shipping box, fellini, and 4 shafts, 3 of which were unplayed with) that he used EVERY DAY! Those cues were playing cues that just happened to look good. :)
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I'm going to try and post a pic of Andy w/ his Szamboti. Only one I could find as he is part of the "Starcade" logo (he was formerly the co-owner). Unfortunately you can't get a close up look at his Szam, but that cue was a "player", and I unfortunately didn't realize the significance when Andy let me hit balls with it (didn't quite know or appreciate what I had in my hands).
 

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Matt_24 said:
I'm going to try and post a pic of Andy w/ his Szamboti. Only one I could find as he is part of the "Starcade" logo (he was formerly the co-owner). Unfortunately you can't get a close up look at his Szam, but that cue was a "player", and I unfortunately didn't realize the significance when Andy let me hit balls with it (didn't quite know or appreciate what I had in my hands).
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Thanks for posting the picture Matt. Is "Starcade" still in business? Too bad your friend didn't leave the cue to you or at least to someone who would appreciate it. It took a while to get back to you, I have been busy with work.
 
rlcarter55 said:
Thanks for posting the picture Matt. Is "Starcade" still in business? Too bad your friend didn't leave the cue to you or at least to someone who would appreciate it. It took a while to get back to you, I have been busy with work.
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Starcade is still in business as far as I know. I'm sure his family (probably son) appreciates the cue very much. Andy made no bones about how special it was to him. I'm sure it is in good hands.
 
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