Quick question on 314 first gen

[Blue]

Does fitting a first generation 314 shaft on my P3 makes the hit a little softer? Current shaft is the 3142 that came with the P3.

I find the hit too hard sometimes and over ran shape. Will it help if I get myself a first gen 314 shaft?

I tried searching the forums but did not come up with any discussion on this before.

 

[quadrary]

no it wont help learning speed control will help if you want less speed with the same hit get a softer tip.

 

[victorl]

First gen shafts hit a little different and have more deflection, but I dont think you'll notice any difference in stiffness, as the main difference is that the first generation shaft with have more deflection. If you want a softer hitting shaft, I would go with an OB-1 shaft.

 

[Blue]

thanks

I am currently using kamui soft. It still feels too stiff.

I am going to try triangle tips next but I think the stiffness comes from the ashwood core predator uses for the butt. Was kinda hoping that the first gen shaft will help reduce that stiffness.

 

[Blue]

First gen shafts hit a little different and have more deflection, but I dont think you'll notice any difference in stiffness, as the main difference is that the first generation shaft with have more deflection. If you want a softer hitting shaft, I would go with an OB-1 shaft.

As a matter of fact, the local cue shop did recommend the OB shaft. but i felt the power I got from the P3 has greatly diminished. it's like I need to work extra hard for shots that I could do easily with my 314..

Not sure if I explain this right.....