removing a ferrule
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Why don't you want a ferrule on your shaft?
Not sure why you'd want to do that, but, IMHO, you'd be hard pressed to tell the difference in the balance.
However, I think you'd definitely feel a great difference in the "hit"!
Not sure why you'd want to do that, but, IMHO, you'd be hard pressed to tell the difference in the balance.
However, I think you'd definitely feel a great difference in the "hit"!
why not replace the ferrule
with a laminated maple ferrule? You will have the hit of wood, a sacrificial ferrule in case an accident occurs you will not be prone to split the shaft. The best of both worlds. I always recommend this strategy rather than just cutting off the end of the cue and gluing on a tip. And it looks like an OB1 shaft when completed.
with a laminated maple ferrule? You will have the hit of wood, a sacrificial ferrule in case an accident occurs you will not be prone to split the shaft. The best of both worlds. I always recommend this strategy rather than just cutting off the end of the cue and gluing on a tip. And it looks like an OB1 shaft when completed.
IMO, I really do not think ferrules serve a purpose other than for people with improper chalking techniques or who abuse their cues. Its extra protection, yes, but it comes with a cost... extra unwanted weight up front. I dont like the idea of them except on house cues which are bound to be abused and I highly doubt I will ever put the shaft in a situation where it will split. This cue is also not a very expensive cue without much resale value so its more of an experiment. Many people use ferruless shafts with no problems. They were a necessity back before tips, fiber pads, and superglue were around. Not so much anymore IMO. Thanks again for the replies!
