Shaft ID Balabushka?

Cuaba said:
Even though the pics are out of focus, and I would have to handle them in person to be sure, they just don't look right to me.

I'm guessing they are 29", and if they are, they are almost certainly not Bushka shafts.

Don't forget Paul Rubino as an expert. He would be my choice.
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I just measured them and they are 29 1/2 inches NOT including the tip. Don't know what this means but there ya go. I agree with CigarDave. They do look the same as the ones in the "My Balabuska" thread. Then again maybe szams cuz I can't tell which is which. All I know is what the seller told me back in the day....which I know I know could be anything. One thing for sure they are very old.
 
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Lazerrus said:
I just measured them and they are 29 1/2 inches NOT including the tip. Don't know what this means but there ya go. I agree with CigarDave. They do look the same as the ones in the "My Balabuska" thread. Then again maybe szams cuz I can't tell which is which. All I know is what the seller told me back in the day....which I know I know could be anything. One thing for sure they are very old.
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Almost all Bushkas were between 56" and 57-1/2". I only remember one that was 58" Your shafts are most likely for a 59" cue.

I'm not saying they aren't Bushkas, but the lengths cast serious doubt.
 
Thx and that is ok. I am just trying to get a true ID on these so they can "Merry" their proper cue. If not Bushkas then that is ok. If SO then great! I am just determined to preserve them and put them where they belong. Still working on it and thank you all who have and continue to help. HOPEFULLY WE WILL FINALLY DISCOVER THE ELUSIVE QUESTION TO THE MYSTERY SHAFTS. LOL maybe I should start a raffle as to the maker. $25 a slot and the winner gets them :rotflmao:
 
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Lazerrus said:
Thx and that is ok. I am just trying to get a true ID on these so they can "Merry" their proper cue. If not Bushkas then that is ok. If SO then great! I am just determined to preserve them and put them where they belong. Still working on it and thank you all who have and continue to help. HOPEFULLY WE WILL FINALLY DISCOVER THE ELUSIVE QUESTION TO THE MYSTERY SHAFTS. LOL maybe I should start a raffle as to the maker. $25 a slot and the winner gets them :rotflmao:
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Send a PM to Paul Schofield and see if he will measure the original shafts on his cue. I'm guessing 28-3/4"?
 
I want to thank everyone for the offers to purchase etc. I will say this. I would trade for a New It's George 3x6 or a GTF 2x4. And you take over the search. Otherwise my love for the sport and craft leads me to find the answer to these rare shafts. The Ivory has the most awsome figures and lines in them. I can not put a price on them without the knowledge of the true maker so that is unfair and I will not do it. However I will trade them as said for the items above.
If interested just pm me. I do have a few emails out to id them! So let's hope we find them their rightful home! :)
 
Another answer to a question. The threads in the shafts are in fact brass. 5/16 x 14. Nickel silver rings. Thick line not thin. The rings are towards the top of the collar (see pics). Not sure how to measure the taper. These are some of the things that points towards the question at hand.
 
Got all the info on Pete T. Will be calling tomorrow hopefully so stand by!:thumbup:
 
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