Pool cues weight, quality, and price???

Question

i have a few questions about pool cues im looking to buy my first cue and i would like to know.

1.what is the lightest weight for a cue

2.what is the average price for a decent pool cue

3.can you recomend any brands to me that are fairly light i believe around 20 oz, one that will last me a while, and that is under $150.

Answer 1

After you research various pool cues, I HIGHLY advise that you try the cue out BEFORE you purchase it. No matter the brand, the most important factor is that the pool cue FEELS good, "right",  and comfortable for YOU! If you do buy a pool cue before you try it out, be sure that you get a 100% money back guarantee with your purchase! I have NEVER purchased a cue that I didn't try out first or compare with other cues. It's so important that you FEEL a few cues. You WILL know what cue and weight is right for you when you feel, stroke and compare different weights and brands.(The only cues I have that I didn't try out first, were pool awards).

1) 16 oz. (though I'm sure you can find a lighter cue --probably hollow aluminum---ugh.)

2) Average price for a decent cue: 75.00 on up.

3) Most cue manufacturers make affordable and good cues in various weights. For a decent cue in your price rage, I suggest looking at Dufferin, McDermott, Cuetec, Mali, and Scorpion pool cues (not necessarily in that order). They are well-made and very affordable. You're not going to pay more for a 20 oz. cue than you would for a 21 oz. or even an 18 oz cue. Most pool cue makers have a bottom of the line (doesn't mean it's garbage) all the way up to a "top of the line" cue. The variances usually have to do with whether each cue is handmade or machine made. Also they vary in price for the detail involved (intricate inlays, precious stones, hand designed artwork, etc.). A pretty cue does NOT make it a better cue. If you're looking for a good solid cue, just stay away from the "artsy" cues and buy a well-made cue that has a good ferrule (the white piece between the tip and the shaft) and a good 'joint' (the s***w that joins the butt to the shaft) and is made of solid maple or of a good hard wood. You can always buy your own tips (hard leather). I also suggest a pool cue with an Irish Linen wrap (non-laquered ---but it's not the worst thing either) around the butt of the cue. Do NOT settle for cotton or silky thread wraps! For under $150.00 you WILL find a quality pool cue. Also remember that if you can't break with it, it's NOT worth buying! Your pool cue will last you a lifetime, if you take good care of it. Don't lean/balance it against any surface that the pool cue can fall to the ground. If you're not holding your cue in your hand, lay it on the pool table ---never balance it on end, against any table.

http://billiardwarehouse.com/cues/duffer... (click on the "CHOOSE CUE MAKER" tab to see a variety of brand name cues)

Call toll free: 1-888-809-7665 <--The Billiard Warehouse. They carry a wide variety of pool cues.

NOTE: I would NOT tell them that you're looking to buy your "first cue". Tell them that you are looking to purchase a well-made, SOLID, and affordable cue without any fancy inlays, that will last you a lifetime and that you can break with. Make sure it has an IRISH LINEN WRAP that is non-laminated (though it's not a big concern if the wrap is laquered). Ask the cue dealer if he will make you a deal on a decent case for your pool cue too. (Never leave your cue out in your car -even if it is in its case). Your cue WILL last foerever with proper and good care.

Take your time with your search.

I'm curious as to what you end up buying. Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments you may have.

Good luck, pool player!

LAG

Answer 2

The lightest cue I have ever seen is 16 ounces but the typical weight is 18 or 19 ounces.

The average price of a cue is $100.00 to $300.00

I would suggest you purchase a McDermott cue for quality and durability. You should be able to find a 20 ounce cue by them easily for the money you're willing to spend. All of their shafts are basically the same. The additional price comes with the inlays and details of the butt of the cue. Stop in and pool room and the owner or manager should have some cues in stock or a catalog that you can select from. It will take less than a week to arrive if you have to order it. Try playing with a McDermott before you buy one so you can make sure it's what you're after.

I hope that helped.

Answer 3

Cues are usually between 16-21 ounces, 19 being the most common.  They can be more or a bit less.  20 ounce is a bit more on the heavy side, I shoot with an 18 ounce Jacoby.  For your price range, I'd think a Viking or McDermott would suit you.  Both have life time warranties against manufacturing defects, and are American made our of WI.  

Answer 4

19oz, McDermott,  2 fify

Answer 5

dont go under seventy five dollars below that the cues are garbage. most cues can be purchased around 18-21 ounces. theres more weight to either side but most cannot be purchased at those weights. anyway cuetec.com will tell you good cues that you can purchase and they have quality cues from around 75 dollars to 300 dollars.then you can google search the name of the cue and find the cheapest website or go to your nearest billiards shop. above seventy five dollars the cues are all about preference and how you like them