Thats a great idea for someone on a budget...then take it to a cueman and have a joint installed for an additional $50. Not a bad starter cue.bruin70 said:
Wanted: cheap/effective break cue
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Break stick
I have bought 2 J&J's, one for myself, and just got one from Chrisonline with JP's, delivered in 2 days, for $60. You would be hard pressed to beat his deal. I also bought a 2nd shaft for my J&J. They break and jump well.
I am very pleased with them.
I have bought 2 J&J's, one for myself, and just got one from Chrisonline with JP's, delivered in 2 days, for $60. You would be hard pressed to beat his deal. I also bought a 2nd shaft for my J&J. They break and jump well.
I am very pleased with them.
He has made his choice already. I know, I have his check...and kudos to his wife on saving 2 cents...the postmaster general may come calling.Hierovision said:
lol... 3 cents actually, we don't have the 2 cent ones
I'm looking forward to opening the box and heading directly to the nearest pool hall
For those of you suggesting the j+j, I'm sure I can't beat the value but I can't rightfully spend 55 (cheapest offer, with all options available for customization, not bad!) on a cue I'm going to have for the rest of my pool career (hopefully). I opted for the more expensive route for a cue I've heard extremely good things about, and will hopefully live up to the hype
I'm looking forward to opening the box and heading directly to the nearest pool hall
For those of you suggesting the j+j, I'm sure I can't beat the value but I can't rightfully spend 55 (cheapest offer, with all options available for customization, not bad!) on a cue I'm going to have for the rest of my pool career (hopefully). I opted for the more expensive route for a cue I've heard extremely good things about, and will hopefully live up to the hype
Played awesome tonight. Used my viking as a breaker and sank a couple 100% of the time. Ran a couple racks and felt great, guess why? I kept reminding myself this cue was coming in the mail soon Just gave me confidence at the sheer thought lol, now that's power.
Just gave me confidence at the sheer thought lol, now that's power.
Try this
Modified Players from Proficient, $95 + shipping:
http://www.proficientbilliards.com/cart/catalog/Modified_Jump_Break_Cue__quick_release_joints-p-17206.html
Cory
Modified Players from Proficient, $95 + shipping:
http://www.proficientbilliards.com/cart/catalog/Modified_Jump_Break_Cue__quick_release_joints-p-17206.html
Cory
woodyosborne said:
I can honestly say I have never walked into a pool room and seen "Varney's" out number any other cue. Matter of fact, I don't think I have ever seen one in any of the local rooms period.
Might have something to do with your location versus mine.
Thanks prog, me too.
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Sore_Aintya said:Might have something to do with your location versus mine.
I think that's the catch in that promo statement
Might be a hall near Varney he's talking about, who knows? Either way I like the sound of it. I've had some extensive experience breaking with mcdermott and predator break cues, so it should get a fair review.
You can drive to Randolph's in Hickory...maybe an hour from me. Look around during the tourney...you may see 20 Varney's.
At the Smokey Mountain Shootout...during matches...you could always look around and spot 8 or 10 being used...no telling how many more where in cases because they weren't in a match. Vendors selling Sledgehammers everywhere...20 to 30 different ones, brand new for sale. Not one single Varney for sale.
Makes me proud.
I often, often have grown azz men...come up to me & put their arm around me, try to hug me, and tell me just how much they LOVE their Varney. Thats what makes the work, worth it all!!!
At the Smokey Mountain Shootout...during matches...you could always look around and spot 8 or 10 being used...no telling how many more where in cases because they weren't in a match. Vendors selling Sledgehammers everywhere...20 to 30 different ones, brand new for sale. Not one single Varney for sale.
Makes me proud.
I often, often have grown azz men...come up to me & put their arm around me, try to hug me, and tell me just how much they LOVE their Varney. Thats what makes the work, worth it all!!!
I promise never to hug you, but it sounds like I'm going to be giving thanks at least... if not commission a playing cue 
Hierovision said:
Excellent...I do carry a .45...
Uhhh.. Wow
Ok so last night I had my first league match with the new Varney J/B
Before I get into the performance, let me just say that when I opened the box and unwrapped the cue... I was more excited than a 12-year-old on Christmas morning. This thing is BEAUTIFUL. The wood grain in the butt is amazing to look at, and the color is awesome. It definitely draws attention from those who know what to look for. I got a big discount because it had a "blem". Let me tell you about this blem... It resembles a burn mark about 1/4 of an inch long and very slim near the joint on the shaft. I would have to look down to notice it while shooting. Anyway on to the good stuff.
Last night I probably hit 20+ racks. I made a ball 100% of the time (partly because I found the sweet spot from the rail last time I went out), made 5 balls once, and usually 3 balls or around there. That was my average. I got the 9 on the snap twice (once along with 3 other balls, and once with 2 others). The best part that makes this review special is... one of my teammates just bought a falcon J/B. I broke with it three times. Doesn't even get close to the feel or results of my Varney J/B. 2 of my better teammates broke with mine and didn't want to break with their own the rest of the night. This thing hits like a ton of monsters... not a ton, and not like a monster... a ton of monsters. It's disgusting. The first rack I broke was 8-ball, and there were about 10 people in the bar as it was early, and they ALL stopped talking and turned around to see what the noise was... because surely I had launched the cue ball off the table with that hard of a break. Not even a hop. I'm getting the Colin style break down... all I did was power-break and it hurt my ears.
All I can say is this thing trumps the McDermott, the Fury, and the Predator BK. I haven't tried a J+J yet, but I can reasonably doubt that it competes well with this cue. It's perfect for me. Thanks for the deal Varney, and thank you for bumping me way up the list so I could get it in time
Ok so last night I had my first league match with the new Varney J/B
Before I get into the performance, let me just say that when I opened the box and unwrapped the cue... I was more excited than a 12-year-old on Christmas morning. This thing is BEAUTIFUL. The wood grain in the butt is amazing to look at, and the color is awesome. It definitely draws attention from those who know what to look for. I got a big discount because it had a "blem". Let me tell you about this blem... It resembles a burn mark about 1/4 of an inch long and very slim near the joint on the shaft. I would have to look down to notice it while shooting. Anyway on to the good stuff.
Last night I probably hit 20+ racks. I made a ball 100% of the time (partly because I found the sweet spot from the rail last time I went out), made 5 balls once, and usually 3 balls or around there. That was my average. I got the 9 on the snap twice (once along with 3 other balls, and once with 2 others). The best part that makes this review special is... one of my teammates just bought a falcon J/B. I broke with it three times. Doesn't even get close to the feel or results of my Varney J/B. 2 of my better teammates broke with mine and didn't want to break with their own the rest of the night. This thing hits like a ton of monsters... not a ton, and not like a monster... a ton of monsters. It's disgusting. The first rack I broke was 8-ball, and there were about 10 people in the bar as it was early, and they ALL stopped talking and turned around to see what the noise was... because surely I had launched the cue ball off the table with that hard of a break. Not even a hop. I'm getting the Colin style break down... all I did was power-break and it hurt my ears.
All I can say is this thing trumps the McDermott, the Fury, and the Predator BK. I haven't tried a J+J yet, but I can reasonably doubt that it competes well with this cue. It's perfect for me. Thanks for the deal Varney, and thank you for bumping me way up the list so I could get it in time
WOW!!! Now thats a happy customer! I'm glad you decided to try the Varney! Customers whom are this happy...is the best advertising in the world. I often tell people...when you get your Varney j/b, a couple of your friends will order one as well.Hierovision said:
Can we make the above quote a "sticky"?
Thank you Zack!!!
Edited to add: Zack update your sig line...its no longer "on the way".
I own a Varney JB too! Its the best break cue money can buy. I've turned down many offers. I could get another one but I just dont want to sell this one. Ton of monsters is right. I've made 5 balls on the snap so many times that I can't remember them all anymore.
KV is a super person to deal with. Highest quality cues I've ever owned. I quit playing with a high end Nova because Kevins playing cue played so much better. He does a lot of stuff others don't and you'll believe when you use one. I'm sold for life. You all will always see nothing but Varneys in my case.
KV is a super person to deal with. Highest quality cues I've ever owned. I quit playing with a high end Nova because Kevins playing cue played so much better. He does a lot of stuff others don't and you'll believe when you use one. I'm sold for life. You all will always see nothing but Varneys in my case.
I just wanted to brag...
All that good playing I did on the first day with my Varney j/b... I did with appendicitis. Friday I had my appendix removed laparoscopically :O
I'm not saying Varney J/B cues give you appendicitis, I'm saying even WITH appendicitis you can play well with one!
lol
All that good playing I did on the first day with my Varney j/b... I did with appendicitis. Friday I had my appendix removed laparoscopically :O
I'm not saying Varney J/B cues give you appendicitis, I'm saying even WITH appendicitis you can play well with one!
lol
Hierovision said:
Big Ben from the Steelers does it...now everyone joins the fad.
Hierovision said:
Seriously I hope you are feeling better. Hopefully you got a BIG bottle of Pecocets with a refill.