What are the parts of a pool cue called?

What are the parts of a pool cue called?

Pool Cue Anatomy 101

  • TIP. The tip is the part of your pool cue that you use to strike the cue ball.
  • FERRULE. Right underneath the tip is the ferrule.
  • SHAFT. The shaft is the top and longest half of a two-piece cue.
  • JOINT COLLAR.
  • JOINT PIN.
  • BUTT COLLAR.
  • FOREARM.
  • WRAP.

How much does it cost to replace a cue tip?

Most professionals charge between $12 and $15 dollars in labor for every pool cue that is repaired, so replacing the tips on your house cues or custom pool cues can save you a bundle when you do it yourself.

Are pool cue shafts interchangeable?

The pool cues that are only one piece cannot be changed with any other pool cue as they are simply one piece. To change or interchange the shaft, you need to separate the halves and connect the shaft with the bottom handle to the shaft you want to replace with.

What is a cue ferrule?

The ferrule is that little white piece just below your tip at the top of your shaft. At its most basic level, the ferrule is your pool cue’s shock absorber. Like a car’s shock absorber, the ferrule provides an additional level of control over your pool cue.

What is the shaft on a pool cue?

The shaft of a pool cue is tapered, meaning it is thicker near the base (often called the butt) of the pool cue and thinner near the tip. There are three main styles of shaft tapers: standard tapers, pro tapers and double tapers.

Can pool cues be repaired?

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How much does it cost to rewrap a pool cue?

Turn Down Shaft Diameter (Below 11.75mm) – Traditional maple shafts only. Refinish: No-Wrap Cues – Add $30 for stainless steel joints….Brass Shaft Insert.

Butt Upgrade Options Upgrade pricing only available on new cue orders. MSRP
Finish Over Linen Wrap + $100
Text Engraving on Butt Plate + $30

How do you replace a cue tip at home?

If your tip looks like this (or worse), then it’s time to replace it!

  1. Step 1: Remove the Old Pool Cue Tip.
  2. Step 2: Clean the Pool Cue Ferrule.
  3. Step 3: Prepare the Pool Cue Tip.
  4. Step 4: Place the Pool Cue Tip on the Ferrule.
  5. Step 5: Cut and Sand the Cue Tip to the Ferrule.
  6. Step 6: Shape the Pool Cue Tip.

How important is a cue butt?

Neither has much impact on play. The player is the biggest impact, maybe tip second, then shaft and then butt. Still, to me the butt, especially the wrap area is very important because that is the part of the cue you hold and direct at the cue. The confidence the wrap gives you helps you cinch those tough shots.