Seeking recommendation of jump/break cue with decent "player" qualities

[DJ14.1]

With today's equipment (that I am very outdated on) are there any jump / break cues that also make reasonable playing cues? I know those are generally conflicting ideas, and I don't want one that's great at everything, but is "decent" at everything possible? Maybe a combination of cue and tip selection?

Basically, I wouldn't mind having such a cue for lazy days at the bar league when I just don't feel like bringing the whole bag.

Anything out there that fits the description? Recommendations?

Thanks

 

[cubswin]

Gilbert is the only one I'd use for all three things.

 

[Johnny Rosato]

With today's equipment (that I am very outdated on) are there any jump / break cues that also make reasonable playing cues? I know those are generally conflicting ideas, and I don't want one that's great at everything, but is "decent" at everything possible? Maybe a combination of cue and tip selection?

Basically, I wouldn't mind having such a cue for lazy days at the bar league when I just don't feel like bringing the whole bag.

Anything out there that fits the description? Recommendations?

Thanks

Andy Gilbert J/B is known for this. I might possibly sell mine!

 

[peterskw]

I've used my friend's Gilbert J/B to shoot with and I've always shoot great with it. It might be the white diamond tip.

P.S. It also breaks and jumps great!

KP

 

[Shawn Armstrong]

There are only two I would even mention. Andy Gilbert, and also The Mace by Rick Howard.

 

[Ken_4fun]

Gilbert is the only one I'd use for all three things.

That would be my first choice too.

Second choice would be a MACE (Rick Howard) J/B cue.

Either one would be great.

Ken

 

[Mark V]

Pete Omen makes a great JB that is very playable

 

[slide13]

Gilbert for sure. It's an outstanding playing cue as well as a breaker and jumper. Even though I have a Samsara break/jump tip on it now I'll still play an occasional rack out with it. Tip sounds awful but cue feels great.

 

[DJ14.1]

I would probably tip it up to be a player and accept whatever negative jump/break consequences there are. Haven't decided yet. Thanks for the replies guys.

If anybody wants to sell their Gilbert J/B and they're a reasonable drive from Philly (I would need to hit a few with it), be happy to take a look. Thanks again

 

[ZeroSkylineX]

Maybe I'm the odd ball but Players Pure X J/B cue. If the promotion is still on, they offered to give a free playing shaft with it.


Edit: I just checked, Seyberts is still offering the free playing shaft. Your choice of 11.75mm or 12.75mm. Comes in black or white: https://www.seyberts.com/jump/break-cues/hxtp1-pure-x-jump/break-cue/