Almost 300 pages longer than the 2nd edition, this new book is packed with illustrations, images and loads of new information on cue makers, cue models, and uptodate pricing. The cue may still be very old or custom ordered with a manufacturers stamp. Searchable appraisal guide to current market values for cue sticks. Billiard factorys pool cue sticks are among the best in their class. As part of the inspection heath checks the authenticity of the item, how old it is, for warping, the joint condition and for scratches or dents. Before schon was established in 1981, avid pool player and perfectionist terry romine, sr. Smackn cheese macaroni tossed in a creamy cheese topped with cheddar, bacon, and green onions. The shaft is a full 29 long with a 1012 inch pro taper. This auction will feature a very low start price and will have no reserve. You cant beat the value, this cue comes with viking cues lifetime warranty against defects and warpage. At gunn cues the pictures are put up of the cues from the collectors having them for sale. This is a must have for anyone that is either a cue stick collector or even in the market to purchase a higher end cue for themselves.
Oct 22, 2012 the new 3rd edition blue book of pool cues is your only source for comprehensive pool cue information and uptodate values on both newer and. For more information see our cue building course page. Pdf download blue book of pool cues 3rd edition download full. May 12, 2007 as this is the 3rd edition of blue books, that tells you that people into pool cues have been buying them, with good reason.
Will post more pictures when i get to my cues and also have matching break cue. Highlyfigured birdseye maple forearm 342 total west african ebony, white premium pearl, faux ivory ima and turquoise inlays stainless joint. Mcdermott cues g series american cherry european organic. The harley davidson hd series pool cues have been under license since 1988 and has featured many of the most intriguing designs ever produced on a pool cue. Mcdermott mseries retired pool cues collector pool cues. Blue book of pool cues shooters billiards and pool cues. It is the only book available specifically on pool cues. May 21, 2019 blue book of pool cues by brad simpson. Abraham rutzisky was the son of chaim and hodel rutzisky sometimes rendered as rutzaisky, a woodworker in lithuania. Before the advent of the internet, meucci original and meucci pool cues provided the stocking dealer with varied stains, wraps and veneer colors, in an effort to not have the cues look too identical.
Since the early days of the meucci originals, bob meucci has been revolutionizing the custom pool cue world with his now classic designs. Note the blue book value is from 2005 third edition based. Most of our cues come with a free bonus item, there are a few exceptions. As you might have guessed the base or larger end of the cue is the butt, and the tapered end is referred to as the shaft. If required we clean the shaft and clean or replace the cue tip. The white wolf pool cue is inspired by native american heritage and designed with a pure passion for craftsmanship and innovation. Look at the joint of a twopiece pool cue for a maker signature. You could make the argument that these three were responsible for helping to make what the hobby what is. Cue up a good time with billiard factorys pool cues for sale. The c5 is our newest addition to the caliber line of cues by vector. This hightech 18oz fiberglass cue features a super slick, pro tapered shaft, 12mm polycarbonate impact resistant ferrule, multilayered leather tip, quick lock stainless steel joint and a soft textured comfort grip. Dec 01, 2015 blue book of pool cues 3rd edition pdf. Butt cap is also a handy insult to throw at your opponent in heated competition. Precision pool cues made with the finest materials by master craftsmen in the usa.
The 2nd edition blue book of pool cues is a softcover reference workpricing guide on pool cues. The cue building book from tree, to tip, to trade show. He was inducted into the international cuemakers hall of fame for the quality of the pool cue sticks he produced. If you wanted pretty cue pictures, you had to get on a mailing list. We still make 100% of our flagship viking brand right here in our wisconsin home. This cue features a vibrant blue stain, genuine irish linen wrap and classic styling to match its solid feel and quality workmanship.
How pool cues are made ring work by custom cue builder barioni cues. Pool cues for sale pool cue sticks billiard factory. They are skilled at creating wellbalanced, sleek players pool cues of exceptional performance. According to the blue book of pool cues second addition there are only eight known examples with ivory handles. Now expanded to 912 pages, including a color 64page cue gallery featuring top quality cues from the worlds premier cuemakers. A heavier billiards cue carries a greater heft and can transfer the momentum of a stroke more smoothly while lightweight cues are more responsive and may be easier to control for a new player. Video new pool cues used pool sticks for sale south. Note the blue book value is from 2005 third edition based upon mint condition. The shaft and handle are true and roll smooth together and apart on the table. Highlyfigured birdseye maple forearm 342 total west african ebony, white premium pearl, faux ivory ima and. Many of those designs, include the popular gambler and hall of fame series, are still being made and improved with the modern cue making. For 35 years, mcdermott pool cues have been trusted as an industry standard for what is expected from a highquality pool cue. Thats not all a real rare 2001 16 month only show 12 in image calendar that could only be obtained by purchasing 100 or more blue book of pool cues.
First off, the author, brad simpson, has been adding more and more info into each new edition, the 1st ed. One of the bestselling cues in america is players cues. This item is in used condition and shows very light wear from use. Hathaway conquest 58in fiberglass cueblue, cue sticks. Black, white this auction is for a meucci 58 twopiece pool cue 18. The butt is made of all maple with a high gloss black finish on the sleeve and. Abe rich died november 25, 2008 was a wood craftsman and holocaust survivor. This item ships directly from manufacturer new design collaboration between viking cue s craftsman and twofeather. Build confidence with every shot you take using the hathaway conquest 58in fiberglass cue stick. We have hundreds of pool cues, billiard cues and snooker cues for players of all levels. The prather family was awarded the cue maker of the year award by the american cue makers association in 2010.
Equipment and supplies, pool game, prices, evaluation. The tip and ferrule are regularly replaced on cue sticks from wear and tear of play. Mcdermott pool cue collection budget billiards pool cues. He was inducted into the international cuemakers hall of fame for the quality of the pool cue sticks he produced the holocaust. On the butt of the cue you will find a round rubber piece, this is the bumper or butt cap. Cues are tapered sticks, typically about 5759 inches about 1. This book has listings of various cues, manufacturers and average prices. A site of meucci collectables and history pool cue cases. Mcdermott products, such as lucky cues, benefit from the most uptodate manufacturing technology in their stateoftheart facility, as well as the finest manufacturing materials from around the world. When the cue is a two piece they are joined in the middle of the stick with what is called a joint. The new 3rd edition blue book of pool cues is your only source for. Meucci pool cues are among the best known brands available today.
The caliber sp1 is a quality north american maple two piece cue. Mozzarella sticks 6 perfectly golden mozzarella cheese sticks served with ranch or marinara. Dan and stephen still work side by side in the shop while debbie oversees the office and sales. The art of american cuemakers 20002001 we found some real rare black walnut joint protectors during inventory today. But show a very small amount of visible wobble when rolled across a flat surface.
Not only are pool cues works of art, but they can also be valuable. The line used many exotic woods such as mahogany, dymondwood, ebony, and cocobolo. Mcdermott mseries retired pool cues collector pool. The difficult part may be in finding the original maker of the cue. Predator, lucasi, poison and balabushka all prohibit us from giving away a. Players cues ozone billiards billiard supplies, pool. From the basement of a poolroom in stoughton, wisconsin to the modern, stateoftheart facility in middleton, wisconsin, weve come a long way over the past 50 years, yet also stayed right in the same place. Mcdermott stinger jump break pool cue shaft 10ng00. The searchable database consists of detailed reports on a evergrowing list of items. Scorpion, both lucasi custom and lucasi hybrid, mcdermott, viking, predator, outlaw, joss, and schon cues. Lucasi custom lzc39 curly maple imitation bone diamondpoint poolbilliards cue. Dan turned the cue parts business over to the family in 2014, but still came in regularly to build oneofakind dan prather custom cues until he passed away in november 2016. New york style thin crust pizzas cooked in a stone slab oven topped with the freshest ingredients. The blue book of pool cues by simpson, brad and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Keep in mind that everything listed here is 1 of 1, so when. Intermediate pool cues expert advice ozone billiards. Mcdermott cues have been striving to raise the industry standard of what is expected from a highquality pool cue since way back in 1975. Collectable pool cues and billiards items the art of american cuemakers 20002001 thats not all a real rare 2001 16 month only show 12 in image calendar that could only be obtained by purchasing 100 or more blue book of pool cues. Meucci pool cues new meucci cue models on sale at pooldawg. A beginning collector would do well to pick up a copy of the blue book of pool cues by brad simpson. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. A cue stick or simply cue, more specifically billiards cue, pool cue, or snooker cue, is an item of sporting equipment essential to the games of pool, snooker and carom billiards. All of the items include a description of the inspection with a point grading, but if you have any questions just give heath a toll free call. This cue is listed in the blue book of pool cues on page 476. This valhalla va103 pool cue features a gorgeous blue european stain and provides the quality and solidhitting performance you need to take your billiards game to the next level.
President, ceo dan started joss cues with a partner in 1968. You could make the argument that these three were responsible for helping to make what the hobby what is has been since the late 80s. This item ships directly from manufacturer new design collaboration between viking cues craftsman and twofeather. This one of a kind two piece cue features a four point ebony butt, ivory and ebony handle made from ten turned down billiard balls, two piece ivory joint, ivory ferrule and original case. With over 1,000 pool cues from the most respected cue makers in the billiards industry, pooldawg is your authoritative resource for all your billiards needs. Individual cue makers often do not sign their work. If you are in the continental usa and want to order online click on below link. We carry over 40 different brands of cues including. You can either browse our cue sticks by category below or browse our pool cues by brand. Buying or selling without iguide could be hazardous to your wealth.
Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. After getting a feel for a singlepiece cue stick, advanced players can step up their game with a twopiece cue. Sending good visual pictures of the cue would be needed. Billiard factory carries pool cues from the best manufacturers in the industry including players cues, rage cues and others. He eventually moved to a new location and his son stephen joined him in cue making. Look at the butt of the pool cue for a makers mark or signature. This new 3rd edition blue book of pool cues is your only source for comprehensive pool cue information and uptodate values on both newer and collectible vintage cues.
As always, if you have any questions, just give us a call at 8668433294. The mcdermott l7 lucky pool cue is a great looking billiard cue, at an even greater looking price. Blue book of cues international cuemakers association. I have a joss cue for sale or trade along with a carbon fiber jacoby black shaft. As this is the 3rd edition of blue books, that tells you that people into pool cues have been buying them, with good reason. Blue book of pool cues 3rd edition pdf video dailymotion. There are a few things to look for in a custom made pool cue to find clues to its maker. Viking cue sticks white wolf pool cue billiard factory. These three helped establish cue collecting, before the internet, and before there was a blue book. Ozone cues curly light brown with natural blue and black points. This book has listings of various cues, manufacturers and. Major cue manufacturers stamp the butt of each cue with their name brand. In 1972 dan took full control of the business and continues to make the original joss cue.
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