Shurtz ...
I know everyone is waiting for me to post ... lol
Bob Owen is a friend, and we have known each
other about 30 years, first as adversaries in Pool.
I own 2 Shurtz cues, a sneaky Pete with SS joint
that plays real good, and a $1100 custom that I love
with Bacote, Paduak, Coco veneer, and Malachite in a
Southwestern style look (Sowestern not Sowest).
It was featured on the cover with 5 others in the
Jan. 2001 American Cueist Magazine.
I love the balance and feel of both cues. They have
a balance point of 19", and have a 'in the middle'
feel weight wise to me.
Bob is a real good to work with, and takes pride in
his work.
About 90% of the REAL players here play with Shurtz,
that should tell you something, but they are all around
the Midwest. A lot of Oklahoma players have bought
Shurtz too, including House Pros.
go to
http://www.Shurtzcues.com
to see some examples of his work. (new website still a work of progress).
You will get a lot of cue for your money with Shurtz.