Do the top 16 use 3/4" or one piece cues?

[brendan147]

There are only 2 reasons for me if I need to have 1pc cue(s) in my collection:-

1) It would be for MW and TW cues because they are top notch so far and I want their made last for many years ahead without worrying the "joint" problem; &

2) If I have my own Pro Tournament standard of steel block cushion snooker table in my house. So I don't have to bring my 1pc cue(s) to the club unless there are local tournaments with the condition that the organizer also providing a very good standard of table+ball.

Otherwise, I will keep myself using 3/4 cue for convenience purpose of carrying it. As long I always take good care of my 3/4 cue, that is more than enough. Plus, it is much easier re-tipping a 3/4 compare to a 1pc cue....right?

I do now have a cue locker (which is also can be fitted with the cue case) in a local club of my place just in case I need to leave it there. The little problem is come when I want to bring it home to do the "monthly" maintenance (cleaning+cue oil) because I don't even have a CAR...!!!(And I don't know when I can buy it...!!!). That's why I need a decent 3/4 cue...for now.

Maybe you guys have different reasons too?

Cheers...

[poolqjunkie]

My opinion is that it really depends on the cue. You need to try it to see if it works for you.
On paper a one piece is supposed to be better but if you try a batch of cues in a shop you may end up liking a 3/4 and there is nothing wrong with that.

[Freddie Ng]

Actually Freddie that was the reason I asked because looking through the numerous posts on here generally everyone promotes 1 piece cues over a butt jointed cue and I seem to have had more success with a 3/4! Just wondred if I was the weird one??

It's very much depend on the cues. 3/4 top quality cues can play as good as any 1piece. Depends on yourself. Don't worry bout being wierd. Many good players play very well with 3/4 cues