PoolSleuth
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The Hit of any particular Cue being Good, Bad, Great, So So, Acceptable is a subject of a lot of discussions.
What FACTORS Contribute to a Cues ability to hit will
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beauty is in the eye of the beholder....or some silly crap like that!
The "hit" we all talk about is as subjective as, whats your favorite color, chocolate/vanilla, blond/brunette, chevy/ford, mayonnaise /miracle whip...etc
but if you need to know....the best hit/cue is
forward weighted/ss piloted joint/ivory ferrule....and preferably made in Maryland!
Gerry
The "hit" we all talk about is as subjective as, whats your favorite color, chocolate/vanilla, blond/brunette, chevy/ford, mayonnaise /miracle whip...etc
but if you need to know....the best hit/cue is
forward weighted/ss piloted joint/ivory ferrule....and preferably made in Maryland!
Gerry
Purdman
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Full Splice
This is from Mark Bears web page. I totally agree!
Purdman
True full splice cues were the first pool cues made utilizing two piece construction because it was the only way to join two pieces of wood together without using pegs, dowels or nails. The inferior hide glues of the day demanded a large surface gluing area which the full splice design provided. Little did they know the ultimate playing pool cue had been created. The first notable cue maker understanding the importance of the full splice design was Herman Rambow. When he left Brunswick he continued to use Titlist blanks until Burton Spain began to furnish custom cue makers with his own improved full splice design. George Balabushka was another notable who regularly purchased Spain’s blanks. Because of the strength, stability and balance, it is the ultimate marriage of function and beauty.
This is from Mark Bears web page. I totally agree!
Purdman
True full splice cues were the first pool cues made utilizing two piece construction because it was the only way to join two pieces of wood together without using pegs, dowels or nails. The inferior hide glues of the day demanded a large surface gluing area which the full splice design provided. Little did they know the ultimate playing pool cue had been created. The first notable cue maker understanding the importance of the full splice design was Herman Rambow. When he left Brunswick he continued to use Titlist blanks until Burton Spain began to furnish custom cue makers with his own improved full splice design. George Balabushka was another notable who regularly purchased Spain’s blanks. Because of the strength, stability and balance, it is the ultimate marriage of function and beauty.
Aerodynamics
I deleted the last, don't want to come across as being rude BUT
Most important should be Cue Makers knowledge
Harmonics, wood density, consistency, temperature, seasoning, homeland of the different woods, Why and when to core, what to core, Joints, Glues, epoxies.
The options of ferrules alone can drive the average person nuts, I have tried some ferrules, that when I hit with it makes me think the developer doesn't know anything about the hit or the playability of a cue. If I sell it, I've tried it. I had the chance to get some tips for free if I used them on my cues and when I tried the tips they hit like *sh*t, When I responded to the maker of the tip, his response was SO WHAT THEIR FREE. I don't have to tell you what my next response was, You can bet it wasn't very nice. Some of the things I have listed are just some of the thoughts we cue makers face and think about on a daily basis.
Most important should be Cue Makers knowledge
Harmonics, wood density, consistency, temperature, seasoning, homeland of the different woods, Why and when to core, what to core, Joints, Glues, epoxies.
The options of ferrules alone can drive the average person nuts, I have tried some ferrules, that when I hit with it makes me think the developer doesn't know anything about the hit or the playability of a cue. If I sell it, I've tried it. I had the chance to get some tips for free if I used them on my cues and when I tried the tips they hit like *sh*t, When I responded to the maker of the tip, his response was SO WHAT THEIR FREE. I don't have to tell you what my next response was, You can bet it wasn't very nice. Some of the things I have listed are just some of the thoughts we cue makers face and think about on a daily basis.
PoolSleuth said:
IMHO the greatest factor in a cues "hit" is the PLAYER. Because of timing/stroke issues a beginner/banger cannot get ANY cue to hit/perform. The second greatest factor would be the variables associated with the TIP,ferrule and shaft.
minus a few beat up house cues and a cue with a cracked shaft, i havent ever really tried a cue that i was uncomfortable playing with, im even fine playing with a phenolic tipped cue if i practice a bit before hand. i think the most important factor is tip and weight, both only needing to be within a certain range to be acceptable.
Looks like your opinion is losing.Purdman said:
Butt construction is only at 2% so far.
A good-hitting cue is a sum of all parts and several factors as Mike said.
PoolSleuth
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Well aged TIGHT GROWTH RING Wood.... IMO
I dunno why ferrule material is almost 5 times higher in the poll.Purdman said:Nobody is getting no cherry here Joey. It ain't my first rodeo buddy. I also agree with your insight.
Purdman
The hell, you can have the ferrule replaced anytime.
Give me a purpleheart or bocote sneaky with a stag collar and Ivor-X or buckhorn ferrule, I'd be ok.
bruin70 said:
Sorry to hear that, I hope it's not me.
