I have watched this video 3 times now and it never gets boring the detail from how a cue is made from start to finish is amazing keep up the hard work boys 👍
Another excellent video. Thanks for sharring, Barry! I would like to get at least one of those cues! A good cue and a good snooker table and this sport is getting easier!
fotosony. Glad you liked the video, it was very good of CueCraft to allow us into their factory. Snooker is a very difficult game requiring skill, touch and mental resolve. There is no doubt that good equipment and facilities will help to make the game more enjoyable and aid with progress but you still need to be something of an expert to make regular century breaks.
After slowly gaining my wife's interest in the great games of Snooker and Billiards , I purchased a mid priced decent good quality cue for her birthday . I never realised the correct way to store it . I had it stuck in the rack close to my shed wall , during a week of wildly varying temperatures . Yep , warped the tot 6 inches like a banana! Sorry to bore everyone with that tale. Great video Barry!
Hi barry long time fan of the videos. Finnally bit the bullet and ordered a cue from cue craft and awaiting arrival thankyou for the inside of the making of these cues and keep up the great work on and off the table
Well ... I found this video while looking around the video selection by you Barry. Have to say it is fascinating to see a cue being hand crafted. Very much enjoyed this education.
Great video and great to see the lengths craftsman go to to create a nice cue. A little disappointed to see the tips of the splicing didn't all line up perfectly around the cues - something I love about my cue. I think I have the same case and although I don't use it, I have my original Riley cue I bought 26 years ago in with my TW cue and it is straighter now than it has been for years after my ex-girlfriend left it against the wall over a radiator!
Superb demonstration! It was very interesting to see each step in the production of a quality cue. I am greatly looking forward to the next video in this series. Cheers!
thanks, thank you. o thanks a lot. thank you very much. Geeze they say us Canadians are polite. I really feel that you and I would be great friends Barry. Well I would like to say thank YOU Barry for posting this video
''Cue Craft'' is a great British hand made cue company, I have 3 cues from them, it takes bit of a time (4-8 weeks) to make, but very reasonable prices and excellent cue and service.
great video. i had a coaching off you a while back and am really glad that you are doing these videos as i have learnt a lot. As you have now done a video on cues, could you do one on tips? There are many varieties out there and its tough to pick out which ones are "best". thanks
Just ordered a 200 pound cue from cue craft, will have to wait 4 weeks before it arrives, probably will not make me a better player, but hopefully can get out of the 40 breaks and in to the 50's.
How come some of the joints on the cues on the wall are so low down? I dont think I've seen that before, I know there's half and 3/4 cues, but what are they? Unless it's just a smaller cue and the tip is lower down but they all looked the same height?
Can we discuss the psychological part of playing snooker at some time in future? I mean the thinking process, maintaining good state of mind, showing ur confidence to the opponent so that he thinks u r unbeatable !
Just started playing again after 15yrs and found your channel. Great content throughout and very helpful. Has anyone got any thoughts on the cues made in the far east that seem to be popular on Amazon these days?. I read somewhere that a lot of good timber is ending up there for cue manufacture.
Interesting video - however, I think it would be useful to know why Neil of Cue Craft prefers a 'straight grain' piece of ash compared to one that has a more 'wavy grain'. Thanks
The SoulTwins. A straight grain on a piece of wood looks so much better and is less likely to warp, a crooked grain can also be off putting for a player during the sighting process.
Fabian. Neil and his staff made me that cue and I am very grateful for their time and expertise in making it. It was a lovely day out filming the programme and I learned a lot about how a cue is made.
Mike. I am afraid you are asking the wrong person, but may I suggest you look on the internet for the address of any woodyard near to you, I am sure they will be able to help.
Javier. The average length of a cue is 58 inches, however tall players sometimes do need a longer cue. For example Kyren is 6ft 1in tall but he has very long arms and therefore needs a slightly longer cue than standard, his is 59 inches long. I am much shorter at 5ft 8in with relatively short arms and my cue is 57 inches long. It is amazing how even small differences in length can make a huge difference, for example when I pick up Kyren's cue it feels as if I have the half butt in my hand.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach thanks a lot for sharing your wisdom. I played pool and caroom a long time ago all of a sudden I became aware of snooker. My oh my its beautiful game I have never seen a snooker table before, 6'x12'! That's has the size of a farm down here in Puerto Rico. But seriously I have been enjoying the games by You Tube and I get hooked or better "snooked" to the game. Thanks again.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach Ain't that the truth! I am 5'8", have two cues, one is perfect length, one feels "far too long". It is - in fact - c.1cm longer, but feels like two inches longer when I am down on the table. And I end up gripping the butt too far/high up the shaft, to compensate - yet the actual difference in height it almost negligible.
Cory. This is a remnant from the early days when the game was played with one hand and the balls were just pushed around the table and the cue was called a Mace. Now days the flat is usually used for the cue maker to place his name plate.
Hi Barry, could you please talk about the differences between pool and snooker tables; types of cloth, angle difference, pockets, etc. I am mainly a british 8-ball pool player but would like to progress to snooker. However, I have trouble with certain shots on a snooker table, mainly the screw shot. I have no trouble screwing back on a pool table but on a snooker table I struggle and I'm not sure why. So could you try and address some of the differences please in a future video? Thanks.
Tom. The reason you can screw back on a British pool table is because the cue ball is smaller than the object ball, which means that when the two balls make contact the centre of the cue ball is beneath the centre of the object ball, its purely a physics thing. I would suggest that you have trouble with certain shots on a snooker table principally because of the distances involved. In general distance makes any shot more difficult and examines technique more. Generally speaking, any good snooker player would be more that adequate at the British pool game. As far as I know the cloth is pretty much the same, angles should be the same because of the rectangular shape of the table. Pockets in professional snooker are cut to templates but vary in amateur clubs, I assume this is the same at pool.
Neil mentions a variety of butt sizes from 24 to 31 mil but I have a friend who just received his custom made cue from Acuerate with a whopping 36mil butt!! Fair enough the lad is pretty tall but never seen such a beast of a butt before.
Barry Stark Snooker Coach I am thinking of investing in a cue and was wondering if you'd recommend a 1 piece cue like the one made in this video or a cue with a joint.
Whatever. This is personal preference, some players prefer the one piece saying that it adds to the feel of the shot, I don't subscribe to this theory and a three quarter jointed cue is just as good in my view. It is certainly easier to carry around.
Vox24. The cue is unlikely to get damaged as a result of leaning on a wall while it is in a case, but it can get knocked over thereby damaging the case and possibly the cue. Its a good idea to follow the rule, if its laid down it can't fall down.
Jari. That depends if you want one specifically made for you or off the rack. Please contact them through their web site. CueCraft, I am sure they will meet your needs.
Hello Barry, I have been an avid follower of your tutorial videos and I really like to thank you for the knowledge. My question to you is, that I recently purchased a cue branded Master Pro butt now my issue is the grain of the wood has developed some crevices, which kinda pulls the stubble of my chin. I there anyway I can fill in those microscopic crevices with some kind of filling or rather lacker the cue?. Personally I do not like the feel of lacker which would be my last plan of action. Kindly advise? Anup (India)
Anup. Please do not use lacquer. I assume you have a ash cue and sometimes the grain can shrink and cause these ridges, the answer is to take it to a reputable cue manufacturer and have it re-furbished. This should not be too expensive and they will use a grain filler and oils to make the cue as good as new.
John. Most snooker cues vary somewhat with the amount of deflection determined by many factors. I don't believe that snooker cue manufacturers have gone into the science of this quite as much as the pool cue makers relying mainly on their experience on wood selection and their expertise in the manufacturing process.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach ohh yeah it seemed like they didn't use then same machines that pool cue manufacturers use and the lathe and such. Why do they not dive into the science of deflection it would make some shots alot easier especially with lots of spin. I love your videos by the way they are great! I played snooker once and have much more respect for the game it is very hard.
Muhammad. This is down to individual preference, some players like a hard tip, others a softer tip. I find that the Elk Master tips are very good and are still used by a lot of professional players.
Nadia. Providing both are well made there is very little difference. Sometimes with a machine spliced cue there is weight inserted for balance and weight. This can become a little loose but not if you buy from a reputable dealer and don't misuse the cue. Some pros still use a machine spliced cue.
Thank you Barry for your timely response. You are a great ambassador of the sport. You're videos are on point and you're tips are very helpful. Keep up the great work.
Mike. Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video, I was conscious of the length of time on the video and decided that we didn't need to show all the details involved in manufacture.
Masood. There are a lot of good cue manufacturers, it really boils down to how much you are prepared to pay. If you want a hand made cue you will have to place an order with the company and then be patient while it is being made. On the other hand you could visit the shop and buy from the rack. If you are a novice I would suggest buying from the rack but take someone with you who knows what to look for. If you are a good player then you will already know what to look for, which ever you choose the choice will ultimately be down to you. Good manufacturers that I know of include, Omin (Thailand) Peradon. Dave Coutts, Stanford cues. CueCraft. John Parris. I'm sure there are many more.
Why does the grain of the wood for the shaft so open grain? It looks like it was made of the wood salvaged from a shipping pallet. I favor hard maple, with a finer grain. It is easier to keep smooth with a little piece of 600 grit sandpaper.
Nifmakr. I personally prefer the individuality of a nice piece of ash wood but there are many snooker players who like you prefer maple. Either way I would never use sandpaper on a cue once it has been made and finished.
Papa. I am afraid that this is really an impossible question to answer. Different manufacturers charge different amounts, added to that are the specifications that you require. The shaft wood is graded by the manufacturer, the better the wood the higher the cost, then there is your preferences on the butt of the cue, the more inlays you require the more labour intensive the manufacture is and the more the cost of production. These facts are prevalent no matter who the maker is. When it comes to shipping I am afraid I have no idea, you would have to talk to the supplier. What I do know is that the actual cost of a decent cue will vary from around £200 to as much as £1500, all I can advise is that you view the various manufacturers web site.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach thanks for the reply Barry, butt didn't he make your butt out of rosewood? (See what I did there?) What weight is it, out of interest?
KV. I am very pleased with the cue craft cue. It throws a little differently when I use side and at the moment I am using it as my reserve cue, only because I have had my other for many years and a little reluctant to change.
Arsi. I am afraid that cues vary in price depending on the quality of the wood, the amount of labour intensive work that is carried out on it and of course whether inflation has affected the price of the product. Looking at CueCraft's web site will give you an idea of their price ranges.
Techno. It can't, but players do get used to that piece of wood. There are several professional snooker players (past and present) who play with a warped cue and wouldn't change for the world.
Hi Barry, I noticed in the video you guys didn't mention anything about the weight of the cue? I know it might well be a preference thing but what are the usual weights for a snooker cue ?thanks!
Damian. I would say the usual weight is between 17 and 19 ounces. My own cue is 18.25 ounces but Ding Jun Wei commented on how heavy it felt, so as you say it is an individual thing. I'm afraid I don't know the weight of his cue.
Barry Stark Snooker Coach thanks for the reply !planning to buy myself a snooker cue this christmas..i have a pool cue which weighs 18oz,so I think I'll buy an 18 oz snooker cue to start...Thanks !
Hanif. Each cue has its own price, it depends on the quality of the wood both in the shaft and the butt. It also depends on how much labour goes into the manufacture of it, particularly the veneer inlays in the butt. CueCraft, who made this cue have a wide selection of cues at various prices, please have a look at their web site.
For the final finish, its as fine as possible, When its oiled and finished never use sand paper again. For for more details please get in touch with Cue Craft.
Priya. I am sorry but that is impossible to answer, there are so many factors to be taken into consideration, the quality of the wood, two or one piece, the amount of inlays in the butt and of course the manufacturer. etc.
Auto. Auto. Sorry I don't know the answer to this question, that cue was made purely for an informative video to show how a cue is made. However, CueCraft the makers, have their own web site and would welcome gladly furnish you with prices of their products.
Zawar. They vary quite a lot and the price depends on a lot of factors. The quality of the wood is a big factor, also how much labour goes into butt of the cue, the more inlays the higher the price. So you see I cannot give a price, only the company can do that.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach i am playing snooker from 5 year which type of cue do you recomend to me according to your experince which will be best for me
When I was younger I was gifted the most gorgeous one piece cue by an old fellow from down the road when he died. It played beautifully and was my most prized possession. Fifteen years ago some fuckers broke into my house while I was away on holiday and I came home to find my cue snapped in half. Nothing was stolen they just smashed the place up a bit. Still makes me angry every time I think about it.
clive. I am not surprised you are angry, it is so annoying to think that a prized possession has been destroyed just for the hell of it, I was always taught to treat other peoples property as if it was my own and a stern lecture was forthcoming from my father if I didn't. That thoughtful old fellow would be turning in his grave.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach Thanks Mr Stark. I was ashamed that I failed to take care of something so thoughtfully entrusted to me by the local gentleman in his final days. Great video showing just how much work goes into crafting these fine tools of the trade!
I just got an ad for the new Halloween movie which completely juxtaposed the calmness of the video!
Barry these tutorials and videos go so much more in depth than I think any of us ever expected, and it’s dope.
Henry. As a coach I always feel it is important not only to do something but also why and how you do it.
Brilliant. What a pair of lovely fellas. I've had a cute craft cue for 20 years. Great cue manufacturer and their cues play amazingly well.
I have watched this video 3 times now and it never gets boring the detail from how a cue is made from start to finish is amazing keep up the hard work boys 👍
Cara. Glad you like the video, we will keep trying as long as the interest is there.
Absolutely beautiful workmanship.
Another excellent video. Thanks for sharring, Barry! I would like to get at least one of those cues! A good cue and a good snooker table and this sport is getting easier!
fotosony. Glad you liked the video, it was very good of CueCraft to allow us into their factory. Snooker is a very difficult game requiring skill, touch and mental resolve. There is no doubt that good equipment and facilities will help to make the game more enjoyable and aid with progress but you still need to be something of an expert to make regular century breaks.
After slowly gaining my wife's interest in the great games of Snooker and Billiards , I purchased a mid priced decent good quality cue for her birthday .
I never realised the correct way to store it . I had it stuck in the rack close to my shed wall , during a week of wildly varying temperatures . Yep , warped the tot 6 inches like a banana!
Sorry to bore everyone with that tale. Great video Barry!
sundowner. Not boring, solid information, lesson learned.
Hi barry long time fan of the videos. Finnally bit the bullet and ordered a cue from cue craft and awaiting arrival thankyou for the inside of the making of these cues and keep up the great work on and off the table
Gaz. CueCraft make a good product, love to hear from you once you have received it and played with it for a while.
Well ... I found this video while looking around the video selection by you Barry. Have to say it is fascinating to see a cue being hand crafted. Very much enjoyed this education.
Paul. Many thanks. glad you enjoyed it.
Your motions your speach tells that you are a real Gentleman ..very enjoying watching you ...keep going ..chears mate
Silver. Glad you like the videos.
Once again an amazing video, thank you, Barry...
helmiton. My pleasure.
A very interesting episode. I admire your new cue.
Great video and great to see the lengths craftsman go to to create a nice cue. A little disappointed to see the tips of the splicing didn't all line up perfectly around the cues - something I love about my cue. I think I have the same case and although I don't use it, I have my original Riley cue I bought 26 years ago in with my TW cue and it is straighter now than it has been for years after my ex-girlfriend left it against the wall over a radiator!
Superb demonstration! It was very interesting to see each step in the production of a quality cue. I am greatly looking forward to the next video in this series.
Cheers!
Another nice video coach, greetings from the snooker fans down here in Brazil!
Great informative video, thank you Neil and Barry.
Hi
Complementing the technicians shows character, good on you !
pipos. I love to watch any craftsman or artist do his work, I appreciate the time and effort that goes into learning those skills.
Amazing video on how to make a cue...thx..
Love from Malaysia..
Abg. My pleasure, the CueCraft company make a good product.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach 👍👍
Thank you Phil and Barry! Great video 😎
Glad you enjoyed it
thank you Barry for the upload it's very interesting, respect to you sir
thanks, thank you. o thanks a lot. thank you very much. Geeze they say us Canadians are polite. I really feel that you and I would be great friends Barry. Well I would like to say thank YOU Barry for posting this video
Phil. Thanks. I hope they have been helpful.
New hindia
''Cue Craft'' is a great British hand made cue company, I have 3 cues from them, it takes bit of a time (4-8 weeks) to make, but very reasonable prices and excellent cue and service.
Djelal. I agree, they make a good product that will not break the bank.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach Yes sir, and also I really enjoy your snooker coaching as well, thanks, peace.
it's such a sweet thing that you are now at 147K subscribers, ain't it?
pooleroes. Yes it is very pleasing to know that people are interested in the videos, many thanks.
Wonderful. True craftsmanship.
Luciano. They do make a good product and prices are reasonable.
Beautiful Cues. Thanks for sharing.
Great video: I have a Cue Craft 1-piece cue (+ aluminium case) and it's very nice. It won't fit in my car properly though lol
great video. i had a coaching off you a while back and am really glad that you are doing these videos as i have learnt a lot. As you have now done a video on cues, could you do one on tips? There are many varieties out there and its tough to pick out which ones are "best". thanks
I would like for you to custum make a 21.oz cue. For me
Great video Barry. Thank you.
6:49 7:48 It looks like he's using a piece of snooker table cloth as a rag! :-)
Have to love how the "tulip spliced" cue at the end has splices all over the place in terms of length.
gerv55. Yes it is rather nice.
Congratulations Barry, you just are the proud owner of a thousand dollar ............stick.
Let that sink in a bit.
Andrew. Yes very fortunate, a very good product.
I sorta see what your saying, but you try play with a stick and see how it plays.
True perfection, brilliant.
True. Many thanks, I try.
Thanks; amazing video
Just ordered a 200 pound cue from cue craft, will have to wait 4 weeks before it arrives, probably will not make me a better player, but hopefully can get out of the 40 breaks and in to the 50's.
Terry. The mind plays a big part in this game and having new equipment can give the boost that is sometimes needed.
very nice video , i shall check out their cues
Ash is a great wood. Super strong and the woodgrain looks great. Fun fact... baseball bats are made of Ash wood as well :-) Thank you.
Or hard maple.
Actually, more are made from hickory
@@everythingbobbywolfe good to know!
Excellent video. Thanks a lot for taking the time to make it for us.
Very interesting, thanks, Barry!
Grizzly. Glad you found it so.
Stunning cues Mr Barry, I would like to have a cue like that too 😃👍👋
Mario. Yes CueCraft make a good product, you can view them on line.
Nice Barry . Very help full information
Thank you very much
I don't even play pool and this is fascinating.
7:28 😂
“Yea....I’m THAT immature.” 😂
I hate that I have to admit that I laughed too.....
I wish these guys could show people how to straighten a snooker cue. Perhaps a video on that.
“Never lervelevrele, never leere, never leave, uh, uh leave it near a heat source.” Hahahaha🤣
Wow I love all cues 🤗
Tariq. There are good and bad ones, unfortunately you only get what you pay for.
nice work
Sir Barry That video very informative, thank you
How come some of the joints on the cues on the wall are so low down? I dont think I've seen that before, I know there's half and 3/4 cues, but what are they? Unless it's just a smaller cue and the tip is lower down but they all looked the same height?
Can we discuss the psychological part of playing snooker at some time in future? I mean the thinking process, maintaining good state of mind, showing ur confidence to the opponent so that he thinks u r unbeatable !
its all about mental stability and some practise.
Don't over think your shots and be 4 shots ahead nothing more 2 it
Guys what’s a good starter cue for pool ?
Just started playing again after 15yrs and found your channel. Great content throughout and very helpful. Has anyone got any thoughts on the cues made in the far east that seem to be popular on Amazon these days?. I read somewhere that a lot of good timber is ending up there for cue manufacture.
Kenton. Glad you like the channel. I don't know a lot about cue manufacture abroad but I have seen one or two nice ones made by "Omin"
Interesting video - however, I think it would be useful to know why Neil of Cue Craft prefers a 'straight grain' piece of ash compared to one that has a more 'wavy grain'. Thanks
The SoulTwins. A straight grain on a piece of wood looks so much better and is less likely to warp, a crooked grain can also be off putting for a player during the sighting process.
Ordered my new cue from cuecraft. My last cue was from them and absolutely spot on. unfortunately I broke it carelessly.
Danny Jones 😯
that is one gorgeous cue that has been made for you if i may say so myself
Fabian. Neil and his staff made me that cue and I am very grateful for their time and expertise in making it. It was a lovely day out filming the programme and I learned a lot about how a cue is made.
i don´t even know a snooker cue manufacturer over here in germany
I missed what length this cue is?
@787. The length of the cue is standard. 58inches
nice. would love one. i live in Notts, might nip down.
kenneth. I can assure you, they are worth a visit.
It's amazing.. my dream a cue like that
where can I buy the ash to try and make my own cue please?
Mike. I am afraid you are asking the wrong person, but may I suggest you look on the internet for the address of any woodyard near to you, I am sure they will be able to help.
great video thx
Beautiful cues! Is there a size in relation to height of player or other characteristics?
Javier. The average length of a cue is 58 inches, however tall players sometimes do need a longer cue. For example Kyren is 6ft 1in tall but he has very long arms and therefore needs a slightly longer cue than standard, his is 59 inches long. I am much shorter at 5ft 8in with relatively short arms and my cue is 57 inches long. It is amazing how even small differences in length can make a huge difference, for example when I pick up Kyren's cue it feels as if I have the half butt in my hand.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach thanks a lot for sharing your wisdom. I played pool and caroom a long time ago all of a sudden I became aware of snooker. My oh my its beautiful game I have never seen a snooker table before, 6'x12'! That's has the size of a farm down here in Puerto Rico. But seriously I have been enjoying the games by You Tube and I get hooked or better "snooked" to the game. Thanks again.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach Ain't that the truth! I am 5'8", have two cues, one is perfect length, one feels "far too long". It is - in fact - c.1cm longer, but feels like two inches longer when I am down on the table. And I end up gripping the butt too far/high up the shaft, to compensate - yet the actual difference in height it almost negligible.
Why do snooker cues have the flat section at the bottom?
Cory. This is a remnant from the early days when the game was played with one hand and the balls were just pushed around the table and the cue was called a Mace. Now days the flat is usually used for the cue maker to place his name plate.
What type of wood is ideal for pool cue
okko. The shaft of a pool cue tends to be made from Maple.
That bit of kit you used to compress the tip is not a cue clamp
Nevis. You are right it is a tip clamp.
Hi Barry, could you please talk about the differences between pool and snooker tables; types of cloth, angle difference, pockets, etc. I am mainly a british 8-ball pool player but would like to progress to snooker. However, I have trouble with certain shots on a snooker table, mainly the screw shot. I have no trouble screwing back on a pool table but on a snooker table I struggle and I'm not sure why. So could you try and address some of the differences please in a future video? Thanks.
Tom. The reason you can screw back on a British pool table is because the cue ball is smaller than the object ball, which means that when the two balls make contact the centre of the cue ball is beneath the centre of the object ball, its purely a physics thing. I would suggest that you have trouble with certain shots on a snooker table principally because of the distances involved. In general distance makes any shot more difficult and examines technique more. Generally speaking, any good snooker player would be more that adequate at the British pool game. As far as I know the cloth is pretty much the same, angles should be the same because of the rectangular shape of the table. Pockets in professional snooker are cut to templates but vary in amateur clubs, I assume this is the same at pool.
Okay thanks for your help, maybe I should examine my technique a bit more then, probably using some of your videos! Keep up the good work
Why so many thumbs down? I wonder how much Barry's cue would cost to make?
Are you supposed to tap on a threaded ferrule?
Craig. I believe they tend to do this so that the threaded portion fills up with glue to give a secure fixing.
so very nice
Many many thanks
He dug a threaded ferrule on to the cue?
Neil mentions a variety of butt sizes from 24 to 31 mil but I have a friend who just received his custom made cue from Acuerate with a whopping 36mil butt!! Fair enough the lad is pretty tall but never seen such a beast of a butt before.
FlyersNation98 , what's his height got to do with the width of his cue at the butt?
Taller people tend to have bigger hands and feet.
Tall guy = big hands, longer cue...hence larger butt
Wow that's a huge butt!!
It's like an old billiard cue...
Barry Stark Snooker Coach
I am thinking of investing in a cue and was wondering if you'd recommend a 1 piece cue like the one made in this video or a cue with a joint.
Whatever. This is personal preference, some players prefer the one piece saying that it adds to the feel of the shot, I don't subscribe to this theory and a three quarter jointed cue is just as good in my view. It is certainly easier to carry around.
thanks for the advice. I've been to the shops to try some cues out and i think I've made my mind up on a 3/4.
Neil and Barry seem like sound blokes.
What if the cue is in a case, which is leaning on a wall? Will that damage the cue as well?
Vox24. The cue is unlikely to get damaged as a result of leaning on a wall while it is in a case, but it can get knocked over thereby damaging the case and possibly the cue. Its a good idea to follow the rule, if its laid down it can't fall down.
Barry Stark Snooker Coach it's a special support I lean my cue into, but I get your advice! Thanks for all those videos Barry!
I am just wondering, how long cue this company has if you want to order one...
Jari. That depends if you want one specifically made for you or off the rack. Please contact them through their web site. CueCraft, I am sure they will meet your needs.
Hello Barry, I have been an avid follower of your tutorial videos and I really like to thank you for the knowledge. My question to you is, that I recently purchased a cue branded Master Pro butt now my issue is the grain of the wood has developed some crevices, which kinda pulls the stubble of my chin. I there anyway I can fill in those microscopic crevices with some kind of filling or rather lacker the cue?. Personally I do not like the feel of lacker which would be my last plan of action. Kindly advise?
Anup (India)
Anup. Please do not use lacquer. I assume you have a ash cue and sometimes the grain can shrink and cause these ridges, the answer is to take it to a reputable cue manufacturer and have it re-furbished. This should not be too expensive and they will use a grain filler and oils to make the cue as good as new.
Thank you barry..
Never lean it against the wall :/ I hope my queue doesn't got hurt since the last two years
This is very interesting.. snooker is a more traditional game. Are there no low deflection cues for snooker?
John. Most snooker cues vary somewhat with the amount of deflection determined by many factors. I don't believe that snooker cue manufacturers have gone into the science of this quite as much as the pool cue makers relying mainly on their experience on wood selection and their expertise in the manufacturing process.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach ohh yeah it seemed like they didn't use then same machines that pool cue manufacturers use and the lathe and such. Why do they not dive into the science of deflection it would make some shots alot easier especially with lots of spin. I love your videos by the way they are great! I played snooker once and have much more respect for the game it is very hard.
Barry which tip u would recommend for cue??
Muhammad. This is down to individual preference, some players like a hard tip, others a softer tip. I find that the Elk Master tips are very good and are still used by a lot of professional players.
Barry Stark Snooker Coach thank u so much for guidance
Hi Barry, is there a difference between a hand spliced cue and a machine spliced cue in terms of playability?
Nadia. Providing both are well made there is very little difference. Sometimes with a machine spliced cue there is weight inserted
for balance and weight. This can become a little loose but not if you buy from a reputable dealer and don't misuse the cue. Some pros still use a machine spliced cue.
Thank you Barry for your timely response. You are a great ambassador of the sport. You're videos are on point and you're tips are very helpful. Keep up the great work.
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Awesome but you skipped steps 2-4.. how’d y’all setup your lathe angles
Mike. Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video, I was conscious of the length of time on the video and decided that we didn't need to show all the details involved in manufacture.
Can you tell me ? Which mark of Cues are good?? I want to buy one??
Thanks
Masood. There are a lot of good cue manufacturers, it really boils down to how much you are prepared to pay. If you want a hand made cue you will have to place an order with the company and then be patient while it is being made. On the other hand you could visit the shop and buy from the rack. If you are a novice I would suggest buying from the rack but take someone with you who knows what to look for. If you are a good player then you will already know what to look for, which ever you choose the choice will ultimately be down to you. Good manufacturers that I know of include, Omin (Thailand) Peradon. Dave Coutts, Stanford cues. CueCraft. John Parris. I'm sure there are many more.
Whole stick rounded by planes, no lathing?
Pockets. Most snooker cues are finished by hand rather than machine mainly because they are not a true taper.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach : That is very interesting.
I Just need a broom stick to make magic.
- Efren Reyes
The only man I believe who says that.
"I just need a cue and two weeks of your time."
- Peter Ebdon
Why does the grain of the wood for the shaft so open grain? It looks like it was made of the wood salvaged from a shipping pallet. I favor hard maple, with a finer grain. It is easier to keep smooth with a little piece of 600 grit sandpaper.
Nifmakr. I personally prefer the individuality of a nice piece of ash wood but there are many snooker players who like you prefer maple. Either way I would never use sandpaper on a cue once it has been made and finished.
hai sir,i'm from malaysia,if me want to buy 1pcs cue how much?with shipping.
Papa. I am afraid that this is really an impossible question to answer. Different manufacturers charge different amounts, added to that are the specifications that you require. The shaft wood is graded by the manufacturer, the better the wood the higher the cost, then there is your preferences on the butt of the cue, the more inlays you require the more labour intensive the manufacture is and the more the cost of production. These facts are prevalent no matter who the maker is. When it comes to shipping I am afraid I have no idea, you would have to talk to the supplier. What I do know is that the actual cost of a decent cue will vary from around £200 to as much as £1500, all I can advise is that you view the various manufacturers web site.
Hi didn't put the weight in?
Guy. Generally when using ebony (a heavy wood ) there is no need.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach thanks for the reply Barry, butt didn't he make your butt out of rosewood? (See what I did there?)
What weight is it, out of interest?
Does the cue craft cue stand up to your main one? Many thanks for the videos. Cheers!
KV. I am very pleased with the cue craft cue. It throws a little differently when I use side and at the moment I am using it as my reserve cue, only because I have had my other for many years and a little reluctant to change.
Barry Stark Snooker Coach thanks for the reply.
How much price this cue
Sir barry
Arsi. I am afraid that cues vary in price depending on the quality of the wood, the amount of labour intensive work that is carried out on it and of course whether inflation has affected the price of the product. Looking at CueCraft's web site will give you an idea of their price ranges.
how can playing with a warped pool or snooker cue how could this affect your game?
Techno. It can't, but players do get used to that piece of wood. There are several professional snooker players (past and present) who play with a warped cue and wouldn't change for the world.
Hi Barry, I noticed in the video you guys didn't mention anything about the weight of the cue? I know it might well be a preference thing but what are the usual weights for a snooker cue ?thanks!
Damian. I would say the usual weight is between 17 and 19 ounces. My own cue is 18.25 ounces but Ding Jun Wei commented on how heavy it felt, so as you say it is an individual thing. I'm afraid I don't know the weight of his cue.
Barry Stark Snooker Coach thanks for the reply !planning to buy myself a snooker cue this christmas..i have a pool cue which weighs 18oz,so I think I'll buy an 18 oz snooker cue to start...Thanks !
No Offence Barry, but I am a fan of Ding. His name is spelt Ding Junhui
what is the price of this cue ?
Hanif. Each cue has its own price, it depends on the quality of the wood both in the shaft and the butt. It also depends on how much labour goes into the manufacture of it, particularly the veneer inlays in the butt. CueCraft, who made this cue have a wide selection of cues at various prices, please have a look at their web site.
which sand paper he uses
For the final finish, its as fine as possible, When its oiled and finished never use sand paper again. For for more details please get in touch with Cue Craft.
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What is the prize of a best cue
Priya. I am sorry but that is impossible to answer, there are so many factors to be taken into consideration, the quality of the wood, two or one piece, the amount of inlays in the butt and of course the manufacturer. etc.
How much does it cost to buy this Cue , Sir Barry ?
Auto. Auto. Sorry I don't know the answer to this question, that cue was made purely for an informative video to show how a cue is made. However, CueCraft the makers, have their own web site and would welcome gladly furnish you with prices of their products.
wonderfull
Areej. Glad you like it, many thanks.
What are the prize of these cues
Zawar. They vary quite a lot and the price depends on a lot of factors. The quality of the wood is a big factor, also how much labour goes into butt of the cue, the more inlays the higher the price. So you see I cannot give a price, only the company can do that.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach i am playing snooker from 5 year which type of cue do you recomend to me according to your experince which will be best for me
When I was younger I was gifted the most gorgeous one piece cue by an old fellow from down the road when he died. It played beautifully and was my most prized possession.
Fifteen years ago some fuckers broke into my house while I was away on holiday and I came home to find my cue snapped in half. Nothing was stolen they just smashed the place up a bit.
Still makes me angry every time I think about it.
clive. I am not surprised you are angry, it is so annoying to think that a prized possession has been destroyed just for the hell of it, I was always taught to treat other peoples property as if it was my own and a stern lecture was forthcoming from my father if I didn't. That thoughtful old fellow would be turning in his grave.
@@BarryStarkSnookerCoach Thanks Mr Stark. I was ashamed that I failed to take care of something so thoughtfully entrusted to me by the local gentleman in his final days. Great video showing just how much work goes into crafting these fine tools of the trade!
none of those grains are straight
Even the “better “ piece at 1:29 would not be acceptable to me. Too much runout.