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Production Cues

Buyer’s Guide: Joss Cues Ltd.

November 13, 2008
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Joss Cues since 1968, by Dan Janes… I haven’t played with any Joss Cues.  From being around other players, Joss seems to have a good reputation.  Dan Janes and Bill Stroud started the company way back in 1968.  They split-up in 1972.  Since then, Bill Stroud has been making cues under the name of Joss [...]

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Buyer’s Guide: Schon Cues

November 11, 2008

I’m a huge fan of Schon cues.  I played with a custom Schon cue for several years when I was in college (PSU).  I bought it from Ed Matushonek up in PA.  I really like that cue.  I had “upgraded” from a Meucci, which I didn’t like at the time. Anyhow, enough about me, Schon [...]

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Buyer’s Guide: J. Pechauer Cues Review

November 11, 2008
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J. pechauer cues are made by Jerry Pechauer and his son Joseph.  Jerry started working on and building cues over 30 years ago.  I’ve heard a lot of good things about Jerry’s choice of wood for his shafts.  He has developed a process for harvesting, grading, drying and turning his shafts. I’ve played with his [...]

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Buyer’s Guide: McDermott Cues

September 15, 2008
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McDermott Cues Since 1975 McDermott Cues have been around for a long time.  The company was started by Jim McDermott.  Jim started doing cue repairs in the mid 60′s and worked with another cue maker up until he started his company in 1975. When I was playing a lot in the 80′s, these cues were [...]

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Buyers Guide: Predator Cues

September 13, 2008
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Predator Cues Review Predator cues are, truly, unique and innovative. When considering buying a predator cue, you should be considering the technology and performance features that they provide. If your not familiar with predator products and your looking for a cue, then you MUST, at least give one a try before you make a final [...]

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