Just before buying a new cue (~£120)

[notato]

Hi All,

I'm just before buying a new cue; my plan is to by it this weekend so I will appreciate yours quick response. My budget is about £120.
I read all the posts here in this forum regarding a new cue in this price range and still I want to consult with you regarding the best options for me:

Currently I'm leaning towards the Panther cue by Craftsman (£130 includes the delivery cost)
http://www.craftsmancues.com/acatalo...ard_range.html

The second option is one of the handmade cues by Welsh Pool Trading (£100 includes the delivery cost)

http://www.welshpooltrading.co.uk/

I did not found much opinions about Welsh Pool trading cues – How is it compare the Craftsman?

My second question is regarding the tip size. I'm a beginner (play twice a week) and I wand to improve my performance. Till now I only play with the cues in the snooker club which has a 10mm tip size. I think that now it is good for me a 9.5 mm tip size but I do not want to limit my self in the future and be able to play with 9mm tip. So, want do you recommend me do order?

Thanks in advance.

[SideShowKeith]

I'd go with Craftsman to be honest. Very good value for money.

Tip size is up to you really but I get the feeling that an average tip size for snooker would be around 9.5, leaning more towards 10 than 9. Personally as a pool player I find a 10mm tip a bit like playing with a fruit pastel though.

[Piruz]

I have welshpooltradings powell traditional cue, and it has very good quality ash shaft, although butt isnt the best I have seen. I havent seen any mastercraft cues, so I cant compare them.

[JazzyJust]

Have a look at Cue Craft as well.

I use a Mastercraft Emerald Gem and previously a Black Prince and they are both cracking cues and would recommend them to anyone and they are a very understanding and friendly company to deal with.

If you want to know just PM or e-mail me.

[BITTER]

I'd go for the Welsh Pool one.

LOL

[notato]

Paul Hi,

I already have choosen the Welsh Walnut model of yours Welsh Pool trading.

Thanks for the Patient and cooperative - Can not wait to try it . .

As we discussed - tip size will be 9.5mm

Thanks