Billiard Pool Cues: McDermott, Cuetec And Joss

In the world of billiards, the difference in pool cues can be the difference between walking away with a handful of cash or leaving the pool hall with head hung low. Most would say that in billiards it is the player's skills and not the pool cues that determine victory, and though partially true, pool cues with the proper composition, weight and flair are comparable to going into battle with an AK-47 versus a BB gun. What are the types of composition differences between pool cues? There is the one-piece solid maple oak variety, old fashioned but a goody; the carbon fiber shaft that allows for jet lined, light-weight precision; and fiber-glass, not too heavy, not too light, but sturdy enough to break racked billiards balls, just to name a few.
In the world of pool cues, not many have been breaking balls as hard or as long as Joss Pool Cues. An billiard industry standard, Joss pool cues have endured in the hands of American Pool Players Association members since 1968. Martin Scorsese chose Joss pool cues when he filmed his 1986 classic “The Color of Money” with Tom Cruise and Paul Newman, and subsequently, the company offers a replica of the ‘special' cue used, priced at $599. Pool cues have never been as popularized as the Joss N7 Color of Money , with its 29" long pro tapered, hard rock maple shaft and Irish Linen wrap, making it an instant classic with billiards aficionados everywhere.
Formed in 1975, McDermott Handcrafted pool cues have become a legend in their own right, second to none, even Joss. From the minds of Rollie Welch and Jim McDermott came a slew of prototypes in the mid-60's that eventually led to their first official pool cues production nearly a decade later. Sporting inlaid pictures in their pool cues, McDermott broke the mold of traditional pool cues with pictures of wolves, bleeding hearts and geometric patterns unparalleled to predecessors. McDermott also offers the only $150,000 pool cue, the Intimidator. It resembles an ornate Viking ax, complete with two double sided blades and gold inlays, as it surely lives up to its name. Constantly redefining classic design without compromising construction, McDermott is an industry standard appreciated by novices and professionals alike.
The American Pool Players Association (APPA) proudly sponsors Cutec pool cues, for their high quality power bond patented process. Whether derived of graphite, wood or fiberglass, the power bond allows for greater break strength, and has become a dark horse in the Pool cue industry. With composite cladding these pool cues are extremely resistant to nicks, dings, scratches and breaks, making them some of the most resilient pool cues ever drafted and manufactured. Though the company is a junior compared to its rivals, it stands out amongst the crowd as a contemporary with charisma and colossal strength.
Billiards enthusiasts depend on their pool cues like an ancient knight would depend on his sword, while both are vital to winning the battle, whether on the field or table. With manufacturers like McDermott, Joss and Cuetec, players have the freedom of choice to draw from the very best in pool cues production. Going with any of these manufacturers is a step in the right direction; a step towards billiards victory.


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