John parris made in china

[denja]

There is a entry on e bay under John Parris cues that states John Parris has given the rights for his cues to be made in China !!!!!!!! comments !!!!!!!!!!!

[DeanH]

where on ebay? can you post link pls

[denja]

It is listed under John Parris cues and the title is Authentic John Parris made in England the statement is in the description at the bottom. maybe just hear-say.

[DeanH]

yep got it, as you say they are saying this to promote the English-ness of this cue. A very hearsay comment.
56" - very short
19oz - very heavy
may just be the picture but the ferrule looks nasty
from a "country player" made to his specs, which county
probably genuine, just very odd specs.

[willtyson]

Here's the link guys: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/John-Parri...#ht_500wt_1287

I think it's genuine, but I think it's been rumoured that they're made in China for ages to be honest. I personally don't believe it :snooker:

[denja]

Bet John Parris would not be a happy bunny with this guy starting rumours like that

[DeanH]

I like the way he says "someone in the business"
Can anyone confirm/deny such rights being given?
JP?

[gazza147]

I do think it is a Genuine John Parris Cue and you can see the Glue mark Top of the Fingers!

But I dont think he has given the Rights to make his Cues in China thats is Just Hear-Say! Maybe gets the Odd Shaft from Abroad


Gaz.

[coomsey76]

Hells bells..... That ferrule does look nasty!!

I must admit it does look genuine, but who knows?? Be interesting to see if John Parris passes comment on it.....

[MikeWooldridge]

Lol. 'thoughtful' wording if you ask me.

"few knocks consistent with use" - my guess badly dented.

"made for county player" - maybe, but someone cut it down and referruled it VERY badly. Also, if it's a county player, it suggests pool which means it was originally a small tip, at least 9mm, probably smaller.

Looks to me like someone thought they could just stick a bigger ferrule on and use it for snooker. It's not even 10mm anyway, I'd put money on that.

"someone in the business" - I suspect this was made up or added simply for further effect.

Verging on libellous but worded in a 'casual' manner to imply extra value to the cue.

No doubt some idiot will pay way too much.

[denja]

Maybe we should have a section on the forum just devoted to rip-offs and double dealing, members could post observations on anything they think a bit Sus ! sort of Cue Watch ! Further to this is there anyone out there with a vast knowledge of cues who could maybe write a in depth post regarding Fakes, and other rip-offs What to look for ? in fact anything that will stop members wasting their money.

[DeanH]

Maybe we should have a section on the forum just devoted to rip-offs and double dealing, members could post observations on anything they think a bit Sus ! sort of Cue Watch ! Further to this is there anyone out there with a vast knowledge of cues who could maybe write a in depth post regarding Fakes, and other rip-offs What to look for ? in fact anything that will stop members wasting their money.

I like the idea of a "CueWatch" thread, [da da dud dud da da ] (a bad rendition of the "Crimewatch" theme tune for those not in UK )
A single point of reference of past bad dealings, like that JPU numbered badge that was sold on its own and then appeared on a cue!

All the rest I think is already happening but all in one thread would be easier to find/cross-reference

[denja]

All those in favour of a CUEWATCH section vote yes

[sydneygeorge]

Maybe we should have a section on the forum just devoted to rip-offs and double dealing, members could post observations on anything they think a bit Sus ! sort of Cue Watch ! Further to this is there anyone out there with a vast knowledge of cues who could maybe write a in depth post regarding Fakes, and other rip-offs What to look for ? in fact anything that will stop members wasting their money.

BRILLIANT IDEA Denja !!

Buy a new cue from the manufacturer or retail outlet ( with proof of purchase, no second hand purchases ) and list it and a photo on TSF.
The tricksters of this world will find way to corrupt this no doubt, but it will be that little bit harder for the C..k..s to rip off.

[willtyson]

Cue watch thread sounds great! Would certainly help some people spend their money better