What Are Tad Cues Known For?

[MattRDavis]

Just as the title says... what are they known for, especially? I've heard wrap, no CNC, etc... but really... what sets them apart?

Thanks,
-Matt

 

[MattRDavis]

Also, the one listed at jjcue looks like it has a really fat butt:

http://www.jjcue.com/tadavailable.htm

Is that standard? Or is it just an illusion in the photography?

Thanks again,
-Matt

 

[JoeyInCali]

Tad is known for Cortland green linen wrap, light ss collar, superb shafts and they have their own distinct look.
You can spot a Tad across a pool hall.
They don't have a fat butt. They have a dual taper so the handle and the sleeve aren't too fat.

 

[CrownCityCorey]

Just as the title says... what are they known for, especially? I've heard wrap, no CNC, etc... but really... what sets them apart?

Thanks,
-Matt

I think they are very well known for very good playability and intricate inlay/design. Very progressive for his time.

I have always regretted the one I had and let go when I was 18.

 

[cueaddicts]

I think they are very well known for very good playability and intricate inlay/design. Very progressive for his time.

I have always regretted the one I had and let go when I was 18.

really nice, crisp playing sticks. known for not using ivory. and unfortunately they are also known for the finish flaking off over the butt cap. will never know why they spray it over their delrin buttcaps.



Sean

 

[Ken_4fun]

Me too.

I love my Tad, but the finish is second rate. Shafts are great, great hit, balance great, overall very very good.

I have a cue dealer buddy who gets them in and immediately takes the finish off the butt cap to save the issue later.

The butt is very thin and for guys with smaller hands it seems smaller than most at 1.25 according to my calipers.

I keep buying cues, and play with the new ones for a while, put them in the case and go back to the Tad.

LOL

Ken

 

[ribdoner]

Just as the title says... what are they known for, especially? I've heard wrap, no CNC, etc... but really... what sets them apart?

Thanks,
-Matt

Super linen wraps
Consistant play (Q to Q)
High quality shafts
Elaborate butt sleeve design
Long delren butt caps
Reluctant to use ivory
Compound taper butts
Hold value
Fancier examples are, IMO, collectable