Hey Chris, thank you. As someone who is gaining knowledge to attempt my first cue this has opened up so many questions. Are you using a full core or two cores one for the forearm and one for the handle/butt? In a previous conversation I understood you prefer a mechanical 'A' joint. Are you using a metal threaded rod or are you making a threaded tenon from the core at the 'A' joint? Thirdly, are you joining the forearm into the handle or the handle into the forearm? I am hoping my question of ignorance are not too elementary, but understand this to be a learning environment. I appreciate you willingness to teach.
I do use two separate cores, One for the forearm and one for the handle. I never use a wooden thread for the (A) joint, I use a stainless steel threaded rod that is 3" in length although, some people do utilize a wooden thread.
Is there a source you would recommend to purchase the maple or purple heart to make a core? When would you use Purple Heart vs. Maple (assuming maple is the preferred core).
From my understanding SW cues does not core their forearms,as well as some other "top tiered" cue makers. I know it is a common practice to keep wood stable and to help lighten some woods. These cue makers from my understanding think it is better to let the wood hang longer so it is dry as possible so it doesn't move,and coring is just a way to help produce cues faster.
Thank you for your feedback. However, this is not entirely accurate. While your statement is correct, it appears that some incorrect information has been incorporated into it. Coring is a preference, but it also contributes to a significantly more stable cue in terms of structural integrity.
This is great information
Glad it was helpful!
Coring is very important in cuemaking for stability, weight, balance, and solid hit construction
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Hey Chris, thank you. As someone who is gaining knowledge to attempt my first cue this has opened up so many questions. Are you using a full core or two cores one for the forearm and one for the handle/butt? In a previous conversation I understood you prefer a mechanical 'A' joint. Are you using a metal threaded rod or are you making a threaded tenon from the core at the 'A' joint? Thirdly, are you joining the forearm into the handle or the handle into the forearm? I am hoping my question of ignorance are not too elementary, but understand this to be a learning environment. I appreciate you willingness to teach.
I do use two separate cores, One for the forearm and one for the handle. I never use a wooden thread for the (A) joint, I use a stainless steel threaded rod that is 3" in length although, some people do utilize a wooden thread.
Is there a source you would recommend to purchase the maple or purple heart to make a core? When would you use Purple Heart vs. Maple (assuming maple is the preferred core).
I would recommend Bell Forest Products for your cores either Maple or Purple Heart.
From my understanding SW cues does not core their forearms,as well as some other "top tiered" cue makers. I know it is a common practice to keep wood stable and to help lighten some woods. These cue makers from my understanding think it is better to let the wood hang longer so it is dry as possible so it doesn't move,and coring is just a way to help produce cues faster.
Thank you for your feedback. However, this is not entirely accurate. While your statement is correct, it appears that some incorrect information has been incorporated into it. Coring is a preference, but it also contributes to a significantly more stable cue in terms of structural integrity.
How many cue's do you make in a year?
Thank you for your question. I produce on average about 200 per year.
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