If you are in the market for a good playing cue at a low price, then check out the Meucci Sneaky Pete cue.

Many players prefer the way sneaky pete cues play.  Probably, because of the feel of the wood-to-wood joint.  Look at the joint on the sneaky pete and you'll notice that it is different.   That, along with the general construction of the butt, will give you a little bit different type of feel when hitting a shot.

I've always preferred the feel of a sneaky pete, compared to other cues from the same manufacturer.  If I was on a tight budget and looking for a cue, this is exactly what I would be looking for.

One other thing to consider, if you're not sure if Meucci's sneaky pete is for you.  All of Meucci's standard cues come with the wrap coated, so you can't feel the wrap anyhow.  The only exceptions are cues that were custom ordered from Meucci, which are very rare.  So, the fact that that their sneaky pete doesn't have a wrap, should not factor into how the cue feels in your hands.

Meucci's Sneaky Pete is model number 97-01 and has a MSRP of $275.  Below, you'll find some more details and price comparisons, to help you make an informed decision.

Also, check out the new and used listings for sneaky pete meucci cues for sale and other popular sneaky pete cues for sale on the right side of this page. You can find many good deals on sneaky pete cues from many quality cuemakers, if you keep an eye open for deals. Good luck.

Meucci 9701 - Sneaky Pete Pool Cue Stick

Meucci 9701 - Sneaky Pete Pool Cue Stick
List Price: 310.0
Price: 248.0

Pool Cue - 9701

9701 Meucci cues are built with one priority in mind - give every player more power with less effort. Using the proprietary Myth Destroyer testing robot Meucci builds shafts and butts that are more flexible causing less cue ball deflection. Unique joint and ferrule design allow for maximum performance with minimum effort and the butt splice design increases amplification of stroke while diminishing warpage. Meucci's are the only cues balanced far enough back for automatic grip positioning every time. Features: -Comes with one of our famous black dot Bullseye shafts. -Shaft: Hard rock maple (29'' long). -14.5 - 16'' pro taper. -Joint: Flat faced wood-to-wood with 5/16 x 18 pin. -12.75 mm medium - hard Lepro tip and poly carbonate ferrule. -No collar or rings, threaded brass insert. -Forearm: Natural maple. -Sleeve: Rosewood. -Standard finish: Five - proof urethane coating. -Bumper: Basic push in rubber. -Everlock interchangeable weight system from 18 - 21 oz.. -Black dot shaft is 35 pi

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Viper Billiard Pool Cue Stick - Sneaky Pete

• "Sneaky Pete" because it looks like a bar or house cue, but shoots like a professional Viper!
• Beautiful genuine Zebrawood points adorn this forearm.
• Only the Viper name on the butt gives it away that this is not a bar cue.
• 13mm Le Pro tip for control.
• Invisible Joint!

Here is a brand new chalked Viper Maple "Sneaky Pete" pool cue. Beautiful genuine Zebrawood points adorn this forearm. Wood-to-wood invisible joint, for great feel through the cue. Only the Viper name on the butt gives it away that this is not a bar cue. It has a maple shaft with a fiber ferrule and 13mm Le Pro tip for control. Five coats of urethane to protect the finish.

This cue weighs 19 oz and 58 1/2" long

Invisible Joint
Fiber Ferrule 13mm Lepro Tip
Built-in Tip Scuffer
True Finger Joints

Price: $ 45.95

Billiard Pool Sticks Set of 6 Aska Sneaky Pete Pool Cues

• Malaswood, Rosewood, Purpleheart, Rengas, Makore, Brazil Hard Wood
• 6 pool stick set
• Stainless steel 5/16x18 Joint System
• 13mm French Le Pro hard tip

You get all 6 cues:
Malaswood, Rosewood, Purpleheart, Rengas, Makore, Brazil Hard Wood

13mm hard long lasting tip, stainless steel 5/16x18 thread joint.

Price: $ 149.95

Cuetec Pool Cues - CT535 - Cuetec CT535 Sneaky Pete Pool Cue Stick

• The following are LB to OZ breakouts: 1.12LB = 18OZ, 1.19LB = 19OZ, 1.25LB = 20OZ, 1.31LB = 21OZ
• Free 1x1 Soft Case
• Every Two Piece Cue Includes a Hard Rock Maple Shaft

Cuetec provides more cue for the money! Cuetec's composite cladding of either graphite or fiberglass completely encases the solid wood core in an armor of high-tech synthetic material. A "Power Bonding Process" protects the cue from warping by locking out moisture and temperature changes. Synthetic cladding provides ding and dent resistance, and adds tremendous strength to the cue. You get the performance associated with high-tech composite materials, and the feel of wood. Pro players Earl Strickland and Allison Fisher endorse the cues.

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Let me know if you've bought a Meucci Sneaky Pete and whether you like it.

Cheers,
Skippy

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In the video below, professional player and pool playing legend, Johnny Archer, reveals what he keeps inside his pool case.

Johnny Archer, aka "The Scorpion", is one of the most successful professional players of the last couple of decades. He is about the same age as me, so I have enjoyed watching him play many matches over the years. He has won just about every major title and has amassed a long list of victories over the last 20+ years of competitive pool. He is a great player and an invaluable asset to the sport of pool IMO, so when he reveals what's in his cue case, I want to sit-up and pay attention.

So just what does he carry....

Obviously, Johnny has some Scorpion Cues in his case, after-all, he helped design them.  You should watch the video to get some more insight into Johnny's opinion about these cues. He carries 3 cues in his bag along with several extra shafts. Let's break-down his cue selection. I'll give you some more details about these cues, just in case you are interested in finding one.
First is his main playing cue. He is playing with the JA-03 model of Scorpion cue. Johnny mentions that he likes to play with a Triangle brand tip on his cue. Here are some links to this exact model of cue and the specs for it.



Scorpion JA03 - Johnny Archer Signature Pool Cue Stick

The specs...

Similar to the Cuetec shafts, the Scorpion cue shafts are coated with fiberglass to protect the cue. Johnny seems to play well with those shafts, so I guess that speaks for itself.
His second cue was a Scorpion Break cue. Here are some links to this cue if your interested along with the specs for this cue.



Scorpion Break Pool Cue Stick

Here are the specs for this cue...
Tip: 13mm Proprietary Extra Hard Leather Tip
Ferrule: Stainless Steel breaker ferrule
Shaft: Black 29" Hard rock maple with fiberglass power bonded to it. 12 - 14" pro taper
Collar: Black Composite
Joint: Black Composite
Pin: 3/8 x 14 stainless steel
Forearm: Solid black forearm
Rings: Exclusive Power Rings
Wrap: Exclusive Power Rings
Sleeve: Black
Plate: None
Bumper: Black rubber
He also had a Scorpion jump cue in his case, which he seemed to like. He mentioned that he worked with the manufacturer to develop the jump cues. Johnny is a great jumper, so I would give them a try. Here is the information on that cue...



Scorpion Jump Pool Cue Stick

The specs for the Scorpion jump cue...
Tip: Proprietary super-hard leather jump tip
Ferrule: Brass
Shaft: 13-14" pro taper
Collar: Stainless Steel
Pin: 3/8 x 14 stainless steel
Forearm: Solid black forearm with blue and gold scorpion logo
Wrap: Black Veltec
Sleeve: Black
Bumper: Black rubber

Other than the insight into his cues, he doesn't reveal to many secret weapons on his bag of tricks. If you ever seen him play, you know that he uses a lot of powder, so he had that. Oddly enough, he had a ton of chalk in his case...apparently, he likes to swipe the chalk cubes off of tables, so watch your chalk around him
I wish he would have mentioned who made his cue case. If you know, comment below, I'm sure others would be interested.
It looks like he's a bit of a minimalist, like myself, when it comes to his supplies in his case (unless he's holding-out on us). I never carry too many gadgets in my case, either.
Anyhow...here is the video...Thanks to InsidePool for making this interview available.

BTW, if you like Johnny's cues...you can get 20% Off Scorpion Pool Cues


Cheers,
Skippy

The Original Post is Located Here: Cues the Pros Use: Johnny Archer

If you want a good playing cue without all the fancy expense of most custom cues, then a sneaky pete cue might be a good choice.

Sneaky pete cues are cues that tend to look like a house cue that you would find at most pool halls.  Basically, it is like cutting a house cue in half, then adding a joint screw.

Obviously, the quality of play and the craftsmanship of these cues vary from cuemaker to cuemaker, just like any other cue they make.  Luckily, most cuemakers offers a sneaky pete cue.  Typically, this is the lowest cost option from most cuemakers.

I've had some great playing sneaky petes.  Sometimes they play better than a 1000 dollar cue from the same cuemaker.

Another option is to find a sneaky pete butt and get a predator or OB1 shaft for it.  Check out the sneaky pete from predator that I'm hoping to buy soon. This is a good example of how a typical sneaky pete cue might look.

There are lots of different sneaky pete cues out there.  Check out the cues in the column to the right.  These are good bargains, too.  Good luck with your search.

Cheers,
Skippy

The Original Post is Located Here: Best Value: Sneaky Pete Cues