spliced points touching at the A joint

kid5020 · 2011-04-21T00:46:58+00:00

I do not build cues for a living it is just a hobby for me although i do have access to all at least i believe the correct equipment. I have never in fact sold any of the cues I have created they are either given to a friend or they are “MINE” all “MINE” Lol I love the look of short spliced points that come together and touch just above the A joint much like a full splice construction and I have tried to replicate this with my last two cues with moderate success. My limited understanding leads me to believe that in order to get points to come together it is necessary to cut the point v groove either past center or as close too center as possible on your forearm stock. This obviously weakens the forearm tenon at the base of the forearm causing the piece to flex a little regardless of how light a cut I take as I get closer to final depth leaving me with slight inconsistencies in depth/length of the v groove. I also can only cut 2 point grooves at a time (on opposite sides) glue in my point stock and then cut the remaining points at a later time tying up one of the lathes at least a day or more. Small inconsistencies in point length can certainly be corrected while turning the piece down at a later date but I would rather build it as perfect as possible initially and avoid this worry. Is my method as flawed as it seems? Do others employ different techniques they are willing to share? I have heard Mr. Searing can do this entire process all at once and still end up with points that come together and are obviously pristine. I hope I have explained myself succinctly any and all help or opinions welcome.