Mike Wooldridge - *NEW* 'BlackSpin' Ferrule System

[craigslater]

Mike Wooldridge - *NEW* 'BlackSpin' Ferrule System

Needed a new ferrule so thought i would treat myself to the blackspin instead of the normal brass, then just a basic mot remove dents clean etc

[MikeWooldridge]

For everyone out there concerned about re-tipping a cue with BlackSpin Ferrule/Core, I have made a new video which shows exactly how to re-tip your cue safely and easily.

The exact same method is employed for any other type of ferrule and ensures no scratches or scrapes are made on the ferrule walls, ferrule face, or indeed the shaft itself.

Re-tipping is easy and should be done by the cue owner to ensure it is done absolutely right, and with no risk of damage to your treasured possession.

I have lost count of the number of re-ferrules I have done over the years and I can state without doubt, most arrive in a very poor state. And I am talking about brass ferrules that I have seen over 25+ years

1. Uneven ferrule faces meaning tips will not stick properly - Caused by incorrect or incompetent preparation, usually a sharp blade, but also filing/sanding
2. Mis-shaped/scratched/damaged ferrule walls - Again caused by blades and 'clumsy' filling/sanding
3. Damaged shafts below the ferrule - Caused by erratic and excessive (incorrect) chalking method which grinds the chalk around the ferrule and shaft, or unnecessary and excessive sanding of shaft. Both issues damage the ferrule walls and/or cause a reduction in shaft size under the ferrule, often resulting in brittle wood due to weakness and dryness at this thinnest point, leading to possible breakage altogether

Now, although BlackSpin ferrules are made from a very tough material, they will suffer damage if you are not careful. A nice bonus advantage is that superglues (cyanoacrylates) stick tips to BlackSpin like sh*t to a blanket, so there is much less chance of your tip ever coming loose. But, by the same token, they are harder to remove, so you must pay particular attention to this relatively simple task and be a little more careful with your blade.

This new video clearly shows what you must do, and what you must avoid, so there is no risk of damage to your cue, or whatever ferrule you may happen to have.

I already published a re-tipping animation on my website several years ago, which is also featured here on the forum somewhere, and some of you have seen this, but my new video is a full hands on 'live' demonstration.

So, there are no excuses if you cannot do it right after this...

It's featured here:

http://www.handmadecues.com/cues/22-blackspin.htm (scroll down to bottom of page)

and on this page with the animation also:

http://www.handmadecues.com/info/30-retipping.htm (I still have a good chuckle to myself when I listen to the animation music )


Peace x


p.s. This job will become even easier when I make my new tipping and shaping tools available.

[sharkster63]

Thanks, Mike, Over and Out, lol

For everyone out there concerned about re-tipping a cue with BlackSpin Ferrule/Core, I have made a new video which shows exactly how to re-tip your cue safely and easily.

The exact same method is employed for any other type of ferrule and ensures no scratches or scrapes are made on the ferrule walls, ferrule face, or indeed the shaft itself.

Re-tipping is easy and should be done by the cue owner to ensure it is done absolutely right, and with no risk of damage to your treasured possession.

I have lost count of the number of re-ferrules I have done over the years and I can state without doubt, most arrive in a very poor state. And I am talking about brass ferrules that I have seen over 25+ years

1. Uneven ferrule faces meaning tips will not stick properly - Caused by incorrect or incompetent preparation, usually a sharp blade, but also filing/sanding
2. Mis-shaped/scratched/damaged ferrule walls - Again caused by blades and 'clumsy' filling/sanding
3. Damaged shafts below the ferrule - Caused by erratic and excessive (incorrect) chalking method which grinds the chalk around the ferrule and shaft, or unnecessary and excessive sanding of shaft. Both issues damage the ferrule walls and/or cause a reduction in shaft size under the ferrule, often resulting in brittle wood due to weakness and dryness at this thinnest point, leading to possible breakage altogether

Now, although BlackSpin ferrules are made from a very tough material, they will suffer damage if you are not careful. A nice bonus advantage is that superglues (cyanoacrylates) stick tips to BlackSpin like sh*t to a blanket, so there is much less chance of your tip ever coming loose. But, by the same token, they are harder to remove, so you must pay particular attention to this relatively simple task and be a little more careful with your blade.

This new video clearly shows what you must do, and what you must avoid, so there is no risk of damage to your cue, or whatever ferrule you may happen to have.

I already published a re-tipping animation on my website several years ago, which is also featured here on the forum somewhere, and some of you have seen this, but my new video is a full hands on 'live' demonstration.

So, there are no excuses if you cannot do it right after this...

It's featured here:

http://www.handmadecues.com/cues/22-blackspin.htm (scroll down to bottom of page)

and on this page with the animation also:

http://www.handmadecues.com/info/30-retipping.htm (I still have a good chuckle to myself when I listen to the animation music )


Peace x


p.s. This job will become even easier when I make my new tipping and shaping tools available.

[craigslater]

Mike Wooldridge - *NEW* 'BlackSpin' Ferrule System

He's just the man who keeps on giving

[gsmbotol]

Thanks mike for good tips on retipping black spin, I just bought your laminated tips so this video just right in time

[Neil Taperell]

What a superb video Mike . Great idea with the masking tape .

The Cuefather strikes again !

[danam1]

Very good Mike, thanks.
I don't think 20 mins is too long for us mere mortals though. I would be happy to spend that amount of time if it meant a good result.
Danny

[denja]

For everyone out there concerned about re-tipping a cue with BlackSpin Ferrule/Core, I have made a new video which shows exactly how to re-tip your cue safely and easily.

The exact same method is employed for any other type of ferrule and ensures no scratches or scrapes are made on the ferrule walls, ferrule face, or indeed the shaft itself.

Re-tipping is easy and should be done by the cue owner to ensure it is done absolutely right, and with no risk of damage to your treasured possession.

I have lost count of the number of re-ferrules I have done over the years and I can state without doubt, most arrive in a very poor state. And I am talking about brass ferrules that I have seen over 25+ years

1. Uneven ferrule faces meaning tips will not stick properly - Caused by incorrect or incompetent preparation, usually a sharp blade, but also filing/sanding
2. Mis-shaped/scratched/damaged ferrule walls - Again caused by blades and 'clumsy' filling/sanding
3. Damaged shafts below the ferrule - Caused by erratic and excessive (incorrect) chalking method which grinds the chalk around the ferrule and shaft, or unnecessary and excessive sanding of shaft. Both issues damage the ferrule walls and/or cause a reduction in shaft size under the ferrule, often resulting in brittle wood due to weakness and dryness at this thinnest point, leading to possible breakage altogether

Now, although BlackSpin ferrules are made from a very tough material, they will suffer damage if you are not careful. A nice bonus advantage is that superglues (cyanoacrylates) stick tips to BlackSpin like sh*t to a blanket, so there is much less chance of your tip ever coming loose. But, by the same token, they are harder to remove, so you must pay particular attention to this relatively simple task and be a little more careful with your blade.

This new video clearly shows what you must do, and what you must avoid, so there is no risk of damage to your cue, or whatever ferrule you may happen to have.

I already published a re-tipping animation on my website several years ago, which is also featured here on the forum somewhere, and some of you have seen this, but my new video is a full hands on 'live' demonstration.

So, there are no excuses if you cannot do it right after this...

It's featured here:

http://www.handmadecues.com/cues/22-blackspin.htm (scroll down to bottom of page)

and on this page with the animation also:

http://www.handmadecues.com/info/30-retipping.htm (I still have a good chuckle to myself when I listen to the animation music )


Peace x


p.s. This job will become even easier when I make my new tipping and shaping tools available.

Hi Mike I think your video is brilliant however I would like to ask one question during the video you state "This is a dodgy bit of chalk its that light stuff" like to know what chalk YOU think is the best ???.

[MikeWooldridge]

Triangle.

But that was one of those really light green bits that seem a bit different when chalking to the darker green stuff.

[MikeWooldridge]

Very good Mike, thanks.
I don't think 20 mins is too long for us mere mortals though. I would be happy to spend that amount of time if it meant a good result.
Danny

Actually, you're right. It's a very reasonable amount of time, particularly if you want to do the job well.

I was sort of comparing to how long I used to take when I regularly had to rip a tip off and start again when I was in the clubs playing every day. You get good at something when you do it all the time eh...

Having said that, I doubt I ever actually did it in 5 minutes, apart fom an emergency in the middle of a game. It's easy enough to get a tip off and new one on quickly, but it takes time to shape and sand it just right.

Plus, I can never settle for a 'that'll do' attitude, so it probably always took me longer than I realised to actually finish the job.

So, everyone ignore the 5 minute comment. I was lying!

[Deepscrew]

Im not chasing, i know you have hundreds of more important things on the go, but do you think the sinbin type cues are going to be something you will work on in the future, Mike?

[MikeWooldridge]

When I finish this backlog, I will be sorting out what there is in the workshop corners, under bins, holding up tomatoes etc., etc..

[billabong]

When I finish this backlog, I will be sorting out what there is in the workshop corners, under bins, holding up tomatoes etc., etc..

Will they be better than this one you used to clean the floor with ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbDydoxaYK8

LOL balance point at 2 inches . .

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[NorthWestJunior]

Very nice guide for re-tipping.

[pottr]

"It may well cut you... But it doesn't cut me!"

The title of Mike's pending autobiography