Tip pick vs Scuffer
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Depends on the type of tip you're using.
Tip pics on layered tips are risky as they can penetrate layers and then twist, separating the layers
Traditional scuffers like the brad are pretty coarse and will wear the tip quickly.
Scuffers like the kamui gator (there are many brands offering same) are the way to go, imo.
Rub it gently, baby.
Tip pics on layered tips are risky as they can penetrate layers and then twist, separating the layers
Traditional scuffers like the brad are pretty coarse and will wear the tip quickly.
Scuffers like the kamui gator (there are many brands offering same) are the way to go, imo.
Rub it gently, baby.
Why twist with the pick?
just tap lightly or press it down gently.
I've never had a tip delaminate on me due to using a pick.
The only denger with the pick when tapping with it is if miss the edge, you nigh cut the tip a bit.
I migh pick up a modern style scuffer and see what it's all about...
Any recommendations on a scuffer other than Kamui?
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The twist can be subtle though. Perfectly vertical is probably tough without some sort of guide?
IMHO there are only two things you need carry for TIP MAINTENANCE. Small Square of 220 Sandpaper, and NEW US NOTE, Could be $1.00 or.
Sand paper is Scuffer, Note is for Tip Mushrooms.
Sand paper is Scuffer, Note is for Tip Mushrooms.
Moe Szyslak
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The guide is, "push straight down"
I use the round willard shaper then pick it
every day before use, keep the shape and scuff on point
just a light twist to scuff
every day before use, keep the shape and scuff on point
just a light twist to scuff
Oh, I hear ya and have stuck the prick in straight many times.
Need more practice though. Couple days...coming couple.
If you tap it rather than push it, there's no time for a twist to occur. Have used nothing but Tip Piks on my layered tips for decades - never a "twist" or delamination.
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sudocrushms
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I used to use a tip pick, but i have since switched from a soft to hard tip and the pick doesn't work as well. Just use a Willard's tool when i need it, which is a lot less with the hard tip.
Never had a problem with the pick on hard tips. I also use it on the phenolic tips of my breal and jump cues
sudocrushms
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It works better on the soft and it's just easier to hit the tip with the Willard.
boogieman
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that ping.
I've bought all the "toys" and tools at one point or another. The best thing I've every used is a 1" square of about 220 grit sandpaper. It works better, isn't tearing the hell out of your tip and costs pennies. A 1" square of sandpaper is literally the best tip tool there is.
Things like a kamui gator grip or knockoffs are good too, especially on phenolic or bakelite etc. They take a bit more work since they are flat but they work well.
Tip picks are a joke. Scuffers are a joke. Picks can cause de-lamination and I've seen plenty of ferrules damaged with them through careless use. A cue repairman would be wise to recommend brad scuffers because that will guarantee more tip work. Brads aren't bad but most people just go hog wild with them like they are starting a fire.
The more you fiddle with a Tip the more often you will have to replace. If it get smooth, or a glaze and will not hold Chalk. Sandpaper is the trick, to Scuffup.
boogieman
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that ping.
I saw a guy quickly stabbing his tip slide off the leather and stab himself in the knuckle. It bled!
