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| Billiard cue care |
Regular maintenance will protect the investment you've made in your quality cue. Not only
will it extend the life of the cue and enhance its beauty, but it will improve your stroke.
Nothing glides like a clean cue. You'll find the small investment in time and maintenance
products pays off handsomely.
will it extend the life of the cue and enhance its beauty, but it will improve your stroke.
Nothing glides like a clean cue. You'll find the small investment in time and maintenance
products pays off handsomely.
| Anatomy Of A Billiard Cue |
Storage
Whether your cue consists of one or two pieces, it's almost certainly made of wood. If not handled properly, wood will warp.
Never leave a cue unsupported, such as leaning against a wall, for an extended period of time. Always store your cue in a
rack or in a case when not in play. Protect your cue from environmental conditions such as direct sunlight, extreme
temperatures, and humidity.
Cleaning the Shaft
The shaft of your cue may develop a sticky buildup over time. Always handle your cue with clean hands. After play, wipe down
your cue with a soft cotton cloth. If necessary, a damp cloth may be used, but be sure to dry the shaft immediately and
completely. Smoothers and burnishers are the most effective method of cue care. Wrap the smoother around the shaft.
Stroke the shaft gently, being careful not to apply too much pressure or produce heat through friction. The process is
complete when the desired smoothness is achieved. All smoothing must be followed with burnishing. Wrap the burnishing
leather around the smoothed shaft. Using a rapid motion and applying moderate pressure, stroke the shaft. The leather will
warm slightly from the heat of your hand and friction. Burnishing is then followed with a final smoothing. Use a soft cotton
cloth or a polishing glove to give the shaft a final polish.
Caring for the ferrule and tip
Dirt, grime and chalk regularly accumulate on the ferrule. Left untreated, this buildup can be spread downward, embedding
like tar on your cue. To prevent this sticky buildup from depositing on your cue, the ferrule should be cleaned regularly. Your
shaft will stay cleaner, your stroke will be smoother, and the beauty of your cue will be preserved. The cue tip is the hammer
behind every shot. It affects touch, backspin, accuracy, precision, and consistent smoothness of stroke. It is truly the "nerve
center" of your cue. When not in use, it should never be left unprotected. The slightest ding can destroy its effectiveness.
Whether left in a case or placed on a rack, a cue tip should always be covered and protected. This will not only keep your tip in
championship condition, it will keep your case-- and your cue-- free of unwanted chalk dust.
One last note
Over time, poorly-maintained cues accumulate layers of embedded chalk and grime. Abused cues may benefit from a
cleaning solution. However, we have tried every commercial cleaning solution available, and have yet to find one that
performs well. We advise that you carefully research cleaning solutions before you spend any of your hard earned money.
Whether your cue consists of one or two pieces, it's almost certainly made of wood. If not handled properly, wood will warp.
Never leave a cue unsupported, such as leaning against a wall, for an extended period of time. Always store your cue in a
rack or in a case when not in play. Protect your cue from environmental conditions such as direct sunlight, extreme
temperatures, and humidity.
Cleaning the Shaft
The shaft of your cue may develop a sticky buildup over time. Always handle your cue with clean hands. After play, wipe down
your cue with a soft cotton cloth. If necessary, a damp cloth may be used, but be sure to dry the shaft immediately and
completely. Smoothers and burnishers are the most effective method of cue care. Wrap the smoother around the shaft.
Stroke the shaft gently, being careful not to apply too much pressure or produce heat through friction. The process is
complete when the desired smoothness is achieved. All smoothing must be followed with burnishing. Wrap the burnishing
leather around the smoothed shaft. Using a rapid motion and applying moderate pressure, stroke the shaft. The leather will
warm slightly from the heat of your hand and friction. Burnishing is then followed with a final smoothing. Use a soft cotton
cloth or a polishing glove to give the shaft a final polish.
Caring for the ferrule and tip
Dirt, grime and chalk regularly accumulate on the ferrule. Left untreated, this buildup can be spread downward, embedding
like tar on your cue. To prevent this sticky buildup from depositing on your cue, the ferrule should be cleaned regularly. Your
shaft will stay cleaner, your stroke will be smoother, and the beauty of your cue will be preserved. The cue tip is the hammer
behind every shot. It affects touch, backspin, accuracy, precision, and consistent smoothness of stroke. It is truly the "nerve
center" of your cue. When not in use, it should never be left unprotected. The slightest ding can destroy its effectiveness.
Whether left in a case or placed on a rack, a cue tip should always be covered and protected. This will not only keep your tip in
championship condition, it will keep your case-- and your cue-- free of unwanted chalk dust.
One last note
Over time, poorly-maintained cues accumulate layers of embedded chalk and grime. Abused cues may benefit from a
cleaning solution. However, we have tried every commercial cleaning solution available, and have yet to find one that
performs well. We advise that you carefully research cleaning solutions before you spend any of your hard earned money.
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