tip tool
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I have one of these Spikey Tools and like it a lot. It's easier to open and close than dealing with a cap or twist mechanism, and it attaches to the outside of my case on a D-ring, so it's always readily available. I got mine from www.billiards911.com (formerly Beads and Billiards).
Lisa
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Here is something I just saw a couple of weeks ago - the Cuetec Bowtie.
Close it up and will stay safely in your pocket while it provides 3 tools in one.
Will have to get one on my next order or next visit to a pool event.
Good luck with your search,
Myron
Close it up and will stay safely in your pocket while it provides 3 tools in one.
Will have to get one on my next order or next visit to a pool event.
Good luck with your search,
Myron
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Nice Price
Initially, I was really not excited about the price for this (ATROX) tool .....but, in reality (IMHO) for the money it is a great all around tool -- especially at this price
Initially, I was really not excited about the price for this (ATROX) tool .....but, in reality (IMHO) for the money it is a great all around tool -- especially at this price
Tip Tool
You might try a tool made by John Robinson called a Perfhex. I have been carrying one in my pocket for 10 years. It looks like a hex head nut with needle points cemented in the middle. I plan to order a few more for the players in our leagues.
Just a thought.
You might try a tool made by John Robinson called a Perfhex. I have been carrying one in my pocket for 10 years. It looks like a hex head nut with needle points cemented in the middle. I plan to order a few more for the players in our leagues.
Just a thought.
I have a three way tip tool by cuetec
Buy the protector [depend on threads size or style of protector] with Tip Pik embedded. See or ask Billiards Express about the Tip Pik shaft protector.http://www.billiardsexpress.com. They are sold in store Long's Billiards Supply [Also Tip Pik].
Snapshot9 said:
I like the kind that attach to key rings also, Tip Tapper, Willards, etc etc
That way I can keep it on a 8 or 9Ball key chain in my case and find it when I need it. I don't like having my pockets full of stuff when I am playing.
DON'T go with the Atrox!!
The "tip-pik" portion of it is about the size of 5 needles. Almost impossible to really pik your tip right with this "tool". So you're holding this 4" long snake-like folding contraption while trying it line up these few little pins to your tip. Forget it!
It looks kinda cool - when sitting on a shelf. But functionally it's a disaster.
Oh, wanna use the tip shaper? OK - open up the snake mouth (!!), lay it on the floor, now hold one side with your foot - OUCH! WTF? Oh , yeah, those wonderful little tip pik needles are sticking straight up.
Wait, if I take my shoe off I can hold the little part with my big toe....
Those Atrox guys just don't understand that sporting goods paraphernalia is
always "function over form". Waaay too much effort making a cute little plastic snake head rather than a tip tool that actually works.
JMO!!
-von
The "tip-pik" portion of it is about the size of 5 needles. Almost impossible to really pik your tip right with this "tool". So you're holding this 4" long snake-like folding contraption while trying it line up these few little pins to your tip. Forget it!
It looks kinda cool - when sitting on a shelf. But functionally it's a disaster.
Oh, wanna use the tip shaper? OK - open up the snake mouth (!!), lay it on the floor, now hold one side with your foot - OUCH! WTF? Oh , yeah, those wonderful little tip pik needles are sticking straight up.
Wait, if I take my shoe off I can hold the little part with my big toe....
Those Atrox guys just don't understand that sporting goods paraphernalia is
always "function over form". Waaay too much effort making a cute little plastic snake head rather than a tip tool that actually works.
JMO!!
-von
J$Cincy said:
Here one a little different.
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Personally, along with thousands of other players, I feel that this tool is far more than a "cute little plastic snake head". This tool does work. It features the following functions:VonRhett said:
~ Tip Shaper with dime and nickel radiuses.
~ Radius gauges to check if you are on target and shaped properly.
~ Tip Burnisher
~ Tip Perforators
~ Shaft dent remover
~ Linen Wrap Press
~ rail Height Caliper
~ Strike positioner to jack up over ball clusters.
~ Can be thrown at dog. (Just a kidding dog lover here)
Admittedly, you won't use all of these functions regularly, and one or two never at all depending on the owner, but it's very nice to have them at your disposal.
Bottom line is, each to his own. Everyone is very much entitled to their opinion. There are over 100 of these in use in my small area alone. You be the judge.
Gene
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Willard Shapers- Flying sauser style & Tip-pik
I have a Willard and a Tip-pik or Shadow which ever you perfer to anyone who wants one for $22 shipped USA for the pair.
I will offer a discount if you order them along with a cue or a case.
Please check my other threads.
I have a Willard and a Tip-pik or Shadow which ever you perfer to anyone who wants one for $22 shipped USA for the pair.
I will offer a discount if you order them along with a cue or a case.
Please check my other threads.