Pechauer Cues

[14oneman]

A lot of players would argue that Pechauer cues are custom made and not production.

Again, seems to me this is splitting hairs.

r/DCP

Well, to me personally, if the identical cue can be purchased by a countless number of people, than I consider it a production cue...if it's actually custom made to the customers specifications, and is a one of a kind, like my Bill Schick, than I consider it custom, if that makes sense...

 

[DrCue'sProtege]

FYI here,

I finally ordered this Pechauer cue. Got it from Seybert's. Custom or Production, it's all good. I guess one might say it's sort of a cross between the two.

When I saw that Buddy Hall played with Pechauer at one point that was good enough for me. And hopefully I will be getting my new Joss cue later this week!

r/DCP

 

[u12armresl]

FYI here,

I finally ordered this Pechauer cue. Got it from Seybert's. Custom or Production, it's all good. I guess one might say it's sort of a cross between the two.

When I saw that Buddy Hall played with Pechauer at one point that was good enough for me. And hopefully I will be getting my new Joss cue later this week!

r/DCP

No cross between the two, it's a production cue, like most others have said.

 

[DrCue'sProtege]

I know this is probably a dumb question but I've had something similar to this happen before.

I had the Elkmaster tip put on the Pechauer CF shaft. Seybert's order form says the Elkmaster tip is 14mm. The Pechauer CF shaft is 12.8. I am going to assume that Seybert's will turn the Elkmaster tip down so it fits perfectly on the 12.8mm shaft.

Correct?

 

[skor]

I know this is probably a dumb question but I've had something similar to this happen before.

I had the Elkmaster tip put on the Pechauer CF shaft. Seybert's order form says the Elkmaster tip is 14mm. The Pechauer CF shaft is 12.8. I am going to assume that Seybert's will turn the Elkmaster tip down so it fits perfectly on the 12.8mm shaft.

Correct?

Correct

 

[Positively Ralf]

Before I started building my own cues, Pechauer was all I played with. Great cue from a great company. I still use my Pechauer as a break cue. The Black Ice shaft is amazing.
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The one that is my main player is the exact one as the diamond in the rectangle cue in your picture. Love that cue.

 

[SSDiver2112]

The one that is my main player is the exact one as the diamond in the rectangle cue in your picture. Love that cue.

My main player was the one to the left of that one. I got the one like yours a couple years ago. I wanted a spare Pro-shaft and that one was used/like new. I got the whole cue for slightly more than a new shaft.

The one on the far right is a Prototype for their Danny Basavich Limited edition cue (Here's a link)

 

[ddg45]

Just wondering what everyone thinks of Pechauer cues? I am thinking about purchasing one and just wondering if anyone here plays with a Pechauer. Or knows anything about them recently?

It's always nice to have some good recommendations on a cuemaker before purchasing.

r/DCP

p.s. people, don't start. I am talking about insults, twisting things around, trashing & bashing, etc. Just don't start.

Pechauer is a great company. They own their own timberland, harvest their own trees, make all their joints and screws in their own machine shop, maintain excellent QC, and provide outstanding customer service. They will make any custom cue you want, and you can select any joint, etc. On top of that they are very reasonably priced. What people like is always subjective, but you can't go wrong with a Pechauer.

 

[vintagecollectibles831]

Just wondering what everyone thinks of Pechauer cues? I am thinking about purchasing one and just wondering if anyone here plays with a Pechauer. Or knows anything about them recently?

It's always nice to have some good recommendations on a cuemaker before purchasing.

r/DCP

p.s. people, don't start. I am talking about insults, twisting things around, trashing & bashing, etc. Just don't start.

Get a Pro Series. The Pro series are far nicer, from the looks of them. Just avoid the JP series. Are are cheap, and look cheap, in my opinion.

Pechauer are really great cues, in my opinion. Pechauer has their own forest, that they get all of their wood from, from what I read. How cool is that? I always thought that sounded really nice.

Anyways, I woukd highly recommend the Pro series.

The only negative thing I have to say is that they do not use real Ebony on any of their cues, that retail for under $1k.

I woukd avoid anything that is advertised as Ebonized Maple, iirc. I just think that sounds really cheap.

Pechauer told me awhile back that Ebony has gotten too expensive to use in any cues prices under $1k, so it seems that they just spray paint the cue Black over Maple, which just sounds so genetic and cheap to me.

 

[DrCue'sProtege]

Get a Pro Series. The Pro series are far nicer, from the looks of them. Just avoid the JP series. Are are cheap, and look cheap, in my opinion.

Pechauer are really great cues, in my opinion. Pechauer has their own forest, that they get all of their wood from, from what I read. How cool is that? I always thought that sounded really nice.

Anyways, I woukd highly recommend the Pro series.

The only negative thing I have to say is that they do not use real Ebony on any of their cues, that retail for under $1k.

I woukd avoid anything that is advertised as Ebonized Maple, iirc. I just think that sounds really cheap.

Pechauer told me awhile back that Ebony has gotten too expensive to use in any cues prices under $1k, so it seems that they just spray paint the cue Black over Maple, which just sounds so genetic and cheap to me.

Well, too late with this response. The JP T cue is on the way. Should be here on Friday I believe. Plus I didn't see anything I liked in their Pro series line of cues. Oh well, to each his own.

Pechauer JP T Series Ebony-Stained Maple with Sim. Ebony and Pearl Framed Points Pool Cue with Linen Wrap

Experience unparalleled craftsmanship with the Pechauer JP T Series Ebony-Stained Maple Pool Cue, where striking aesthetics meet tournament-grade performance. The luxurious ebony-stained figured maple foundation is elevated by five meticulously crafted simulated ebony and pearl framed points and...

seyberts.com

 

[ddg45]

I have one but it’s probably 25 years old or
more, very nice, but can’t speak to current quality

FYI the quality today is outstanding. I've heard more than one dealer say they have the best finish in the business. I bought a custom cue made by a well-known and well respected maker, and its finish (and playability in my opinion) couldn't compare to my peach. I sold the custom cue and still have my JP and Pro series Pechauers.

 

[ddg45]

Well, too late with this response. The JP T cue is on the way. Should be here on Friday I believe. Plus I didn't see anything I liked in their Pro series line of cues. Oh well, to each his own.

Pechauer JP T Series Ebony-Stained Maple with Sim. Ebony and Pearl Framed Points Pool Cue with Linen Wrap

Experience unparalleled craftsmanship with the Pechauer JP T Series Ebony-Stained Maple Pool Cue, where striking aesthetics meet tournament-grade performance. The luxurious ebony-stained figured maple foundation is elevated by five meticulously crafted simulated ebony and pearl framed points and...

seyberts.com

Don't worry. The primary difference between their JP and Pro Series cues (I have one of each and have won a lot of matches with both) is the JP cues have a flat face joint, a slightly larger butt diameter, and are less expensive since they don't use exotic hardwoods. Quality otherwise is pretty much the same. Every cue maker builds cues with ebony stained maple and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.

 

[vintagecollectibles831]

Well, too late with this response. The JP T cue is on the way. Should be here on Friday I believe. Plus I didn't see anything I liked in their Pro series line of cues. Oh well, to each his own.

Pechauer JP T Series Ebony-Stained Maple with Sim. Ebony and Pearl Framed Points Pool Cue with Linen Wrap

Experience unparalleled craftsmanship with the Pechauer JP T Series Ebony-Stained Maple Pool Cue, where striking aesthetics meet tournament-grade performance. The luxurious ebony-stained figured maple foundation is elevated by five meticulously crafted simulated ebony and pearl framed points and...

seyberts.com

Yeah, I am sure that it is a very well made, and quality cue, but I just think the simulated Ebony really cheapens the cue.

I do not think that any $500 cue should have any sort of spray paint, decals, or overlays. It is basically a very well made cue with painted overlays.

If it ever gets refined, then that simulated Ebony will get sanded right off, and the cue will look really ugly, and ruined.

 

[garczar]

Yeah, I am sure that it is a very well made, and quality cue, but I just think the simulated Ebony really cheapens the cue.

I do not think that any $500 cue should have any sort of spray paint, decals, or overlays. It is basically a very well made cue with painted overlays.

If it ever gets refined, then that simulated Ebony will get sanded right off, and the cue will look really ugly, and ruined.

those are real points . it uses stained maple no ebony i get it but all the inlays/points are real. BTW, one of the best cues i ever owned was a 'STAINED MAPLE' Mezz AXI-K. Had to sell for $$$ reasons and still miss it. Probably top-3 best playing cues i ever had.

 

[vintagecollectibles831]

those are real points . it uses stained maple no ebony i get it but all the inlays/points are real. BTW, one of the best cues i ever owned was a 'STAINED MAPLE' Mezz AXI-K. Had to sell for $$$ reasons and still miss it. Probably top-3 best playing cues i ever had.

So, they stain it completely black, to make it look like Ebony. I assumed it was some sort of Black spray paint, lol. Why do they not just use different wording, that makes more sense, like "Stained Black"? The term "Simulated Ebony" confused me. Should just say "Stained Black, over Maple", if that is what it is. So, that stain will not come off during a refinish, right?

And, is Ebony really that expensive, that it can't be used in a $700 production cue? I guess they are just maximizing profit. Just sounds cheap to me.

 

[SSDiver2112]

JPs are just as well made. Differences already stated above.

Pechauer is very easy to work with. There regular cues can be slightly customized on the web site or you can call them for more upgrades or customization. Some people don’t like their proprietary joint pin but you can order it with your pin of choice.

You should be very happy with that cue.

 

[Ascue]

Yeah, I am sure that it is a very well made, and quality cue, but I just think the simulated Ebony really cheapens the cue.

I do not think that any $500 cue should have any sort of spray paint, decals, or overlays. It is basically a very well made cue with painted overlays.

If it ever gets refined, then that simulated Ebony will get sanded right off, and the cue will look really ugly, and ruined.

You are in a time warp my friend.

So, they stain it completely black, to make it look like Ebony. I assumed it was some sort of Black spray paint, lol. Why do they not just use different wording, that makes more sense, like "Stained Black"? The term "Simulated Ebony" confused me. Should just say "Stained Black, over Maple", if that is what it is. So, that stain will not come off during a refinish, right?

And, is Ebony really that expensive, that it can't be used in a $700 production cue? I guess they are just maximizing profit. Just sounds cheap to me.

Any custom cuemaker charges at least 750 for a merry widow now. Usually over a thousand and there is one merry widow for sale on here for over 3000. They are charging a premium now for Ebony, tulipwood, etc. Tascarella told me bocote was a premium wood you pay more for. What a joke. Ive got a jacoby and schuler llc listed reasonable. Not one reply.

 

[tim913]

This is the old one I have ..

 

[thrillsoft]

Lots of indians like nice arrows anyway.

It just seems that the BEST INDIANS also get the BEST ARROWS!

 

[vintagecollectibles831]

You are in a time warp my friend.
Any custom cuemaker charges at least 750 for a merry widow now. Usually over a thousand and there is one merry widow for sale on here for over 3000. They are charging a premium now for Ebony, tulipwood, etc. Tascarella told me bocote was a premium wood you pay more for. What a joke. Ive got a jacoby and schuler llc listed reasonable. Not one reply.

Cue prices in this day and age just seem insane to me. Even cheap Decal McDermott cues, from China, retail for over $200 these days.

But, I can still get a very well made Helmstetter, from Japan, on the used market, for under $300, on any day of the week. One with real Ebony, real points and Veneers, real inlays, and no simulated anything.