What makes a cue stick expensive?

Pool cues can be very expensive, and this is mostly due to the materials, technology and engineering, and custom work and time that goes into creating high end cues. “Expensive” is a relative term, but it's generally understood that any cue around $800 to $1000 or more is considered expensive.

What is the difference between cheap and expensive pool cue?

There is a big difference in the manufacture process. Making a Hand-spliced cue is a longer process and often involves extra splicing and includes more exotic woods. The cheapest cues that many suppliers sell are not spliced at all and are in fact painted to look like they are spliced.

What should I look for in a good cue stick?

What are cheap pool cues made of?

Materials and design

Good quality pool cues are customarily made from straight-grained hard rock maple wood, especially the shaft. Snooker cues, by contrast, are almost always made of ash wood, although one might come across one with a maple shaft. Maple is stiffer than ash, and cheaper.

What are the best cue sticks made from?

Customarily, a pool cue of exceptional quality is made from a straight-grained hard rock maple wood, especially the shaft. Today, many different types of woods are being utilized amongst cue makers, and continue to increase in popularity.

Pool Cue Comparison

What pool cue do most pros use?

PROFESSIONAL billiard players TRUST their game to Predator more than any other brand, including many WORLD CHAMPIONS ★ and top ranked players.

What is best Oz for cue stick?

Pool, snooker and billiard cues range from 17 ounces to 21 ounces, and we recommend a cue between 17 to 19 ounces for snooker and standard English and Australian pool playing. A heavier cue (between 20-21 ounces) is often recommended for American Pool as the balls and table are bigger.

How can you tell a quality pool cue?

How do I know if my pool cue is expensive?

Always look for quality and craftsmanship in your cues, whether they're brand new or vintage. The higher quality a cue is the more valuable it is, and the more beautiful it will be. If a cue stick has been changed in any way, refinished or restored, the value of the cue will be greatly diminished.

What makes a professional pool cue?

Low deflection cues are what the professional pool player's use. They are built with special manufacturing processes and components that improve the accuracy of the shaft when applying side spin. They are also more forgiving on straight shots so low deflection cues are great for any skill level, including beginners.

Is it better to have a lighter or heavier pool cue?

In general, a lighter cue will allow more control over finesse shots, and a heavier cue will allow more cue ball (CB) speed with less apparent stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some people to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing.

What size cue do professionals use?

If you are mostly playing an eight-ball pool game, the stick you would generally use is about 1.39 to 1.44 metres or 55-57 inches. Some manufacturers provide up to 58 inches. Professional players opt for between 56 and 57-inch cues because they believe these are the perfect sizes for the cue ball.

Is a heavy cue stick better?

A heavier cue will tend to create more CB speed for a given stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing. More weight can also help prevent stroke deceleration.

How much should you spend on a pool cue?

Most of that is for looks and makes the cue much more expensive than what you would need just beginning. So to answer your question: the sky's the limit, however, for someone just starting out a good price range is between $100-$150. Pool cues are made up of two main pieces: the butt and the shaft.

Is a one piece or two piece pool cue better?

Many players trust one-piece snooker cues over their two and three-piece counterparts because they prefer the sturdy feel of one continuous piece of wood as they hit the balls on the table. This comes down to the feel of the snooker cue as you play and it is all dependent on your preference as a competitor.

What makes one pool cue better than another?

Tip Hardness

The rule of thumb is that a harder tip transmits more force into the cue ball. This makes a harder tip better for breaking, jumping, or for those long power shots. The drawback is that a harder tip gives you less control over spin, and it can provoke more miscues.

Who makes the most expensive pool cues?

Should pool cue be dime or nickel?

– On very small tips it's better to have a dime radius than a nickel radius. from Patrick Johnson (in AZB post): To avoid hitting on a tip's edge, it should be shaped to a curvature radius less than its width.

Do expensive pool cues matter?

Expensive cues can be worth it to some, and not worth it to others. It really depends on the player and what they value most in a cue. If you've tried all kinds of different cues, there has likely been a time when you had more success with a cheaper cue.

What is the most popular pool cue weight?

What is the Most Common Pool Cue Stick Weight? Majority of cue sticks measure around 59 inches and their weight ranges between 17 and 21 ounces. 19-ounce cue sticks are the most common.

Does pool cue quality matter?

By rule, a strong and sturdy cue will deliver a better stroke and allow for better control of the cue ball. A really good leather tip will also contribute to the ability to use “English” for control over the cue ball. Yes, the finest cues are made with the finest materials.

What is the best pool stick ever made?

REVO® carbon fiber shafts are the best in billiards technology and performance. Not only the most accurate shaft ever made, REVO® provides effortless action and power with more consistency than wood shafts.

How often should you change your cue tip?

When or how often should you replace a cue tip? Usually, a tip is replaced either when you want to try something new or if your current tip has worn down too low, where there is almost no tip material left on the shoulder of the ferrule.

What is the best shape for a cue tip?

The most common shape for a pool cue tip is either a nickel radius or dime radius. The common belief is that the more curvature you put on your tip, the more english you can apply.

What cue ball do professionals use?

Pratically all billiards tournaments worldwide exclusively use Aramith balls, and every day, an estimated 3 to 4 million professional and amateur players play with Aramith.