Oil for cue

[poona]

Hi guys, forgive my lack of using the search function but my head is splitting and I'm rushing out on-call as doctor has just called me.

Anyway, wanted to ask.

1) What do you guys use for oiling the cue?

2) How often do you oil your beloved cue

3) Technique for doing it

I have just recently started playing again after many years off. Have a new Parris cue which I cleaned with damp cloth for first time last night (after 4 games) Lots of dirt came off the cue and now it feels a little 'raw' (if that makes sense - as in it feels like it needs a re-finish with oil)

p.s from memory I think I oiled every 6 months and applied liberally with a kitchen towel and left to soak in overnight. Then buffed vigorously the next day to shine it up? Am I far wrong?

Thanks guys, without this forum, the insight would be lost.

Graham

[jrc750]

Yes you are correct in your method of doing it, use raw linseed oil. or one of the many types available from the makers

[poona]

Its RAW linseed oil I need aint it?

[jrc750]

Yes, the raw type, apparently the boiled type has artificial dryers in it which could affect your cue

[Asi]

MW oil works like a magic

[wailord]

Aurora cue oil is also very good :applouse:

[Inoffthered]

Aurora cue oil is also very good :applouse:

Yeah, Aurora cue oil 4tw.

[Asi]

Yeah, Aurora cue oil 4tw.

Yep. That one as well. Dave Coutts is a great option as well. As long as its from a good cue maker its better and safer than any oil

[poona]

Yep. That one as well. Dave Coutts is a great option as well. As long as its from a good cue maker its better and safer than any oil

Yeah Dave mentioned a particular oil he likes when I was at his house getting my cue. Must ask him again what it was.

[Asi]

I have one. Used it once and the result is perfect. Small bottle but enough for many uses

[jonnylovessn8ker]

Yep. That one as well. Dave Coutts is a great option as well. As long as its from a good cue maker its better and safer than any oil

I have used coutts and MW cue oils, and wax from craftsman.
i've found that oil is always the best for cues. i dont know why, coutts's oil get a bit too sticky and hard to buff if i leave it dry for too long.

[DeanH]

and applied liberally with a kitchen towel and left to soak in overnight. Then buffed vigorously the next day to shine it up? Am I far wrong?

Just one comment, "apply liberally" - apply oil ensuring an even coverage and wipe off any excess, then leave to dry. Buff, reapply if any dry patches, etc., etc. If you apply too much in one application you can find drips and runs and when dry it can be very sticky. Also do not oil the cue too often, as this can also lead to sticky cue syndrome
How often is really down to the cue, how often you play and how clean you play (your hands/chalking technique/etc.)
See http://handmadecues.com/info/20-cuecare.htm for good tips.

I also use raw linseed oil but in the past have used Aurora's cue oil, which is very good.

cheers

[The roberts]

I find I can put the smallest amount of oil on leave and buff but still get that squeaky feeling through my bridge so I have taken the finish off and now is bare wood and feels the best its ever felt but is this bad for the cue

[Samcheung001]

I have used coutts and MW cue oils, and wax from craftsman.
i've found that oil is always the best for cues. i dont know why, coutts's oil get a bit too sticky and hard to buff if i leave it dry for too long.

Agree as I also find Coutts' oil is diffifcult to buff if leave it dry overnight.

[stejohn]

Coutts cue oil has to be buffed off after "an hour or so" from the product info.