Looking for a Riley tombstone

[Ro66o]

Hi all, I’m currently looking out for a good quality Riley Tombstone Maple Cue if anyone knows of anyone wishing to sell one? I’m not too fussed on tip size but must be straight (well as straight as an old cue can be) I do collect all types of vintage/antique cues but I’m after one of these to actually play with.

[GR1]

Hi there..just out of interest..would you use one without a ferrule ..and what weight would you want..I find many older cues to be shockers for playing with..in particular the Ash ones..but old maple seem to be quite stable..

[Ro66o]

I wouldn’t personally use one without a ferrule but i have had older cues restored and fitted with ferrule which has improved the functionality of the cue

[GR1]

Yes..playing without a ferrule is the kiss of death for a cue,sooner or later..on another threadi posted I'd wrapped andsupergluedtwine around under the tip to mimic a wafer on an unferruledcue...works nicely until a littlebit unravels while you're playing..