Here is the problem. I am looking for a pool cue as a gift. Fact is, I have no idea what makes a good pool cue. The only ones I have ever used are the ones that have been in random bars, and if I ever sink something besides the cue ball, it was only by sheer luck.
My questions are what are the best types of wood, some of the better brands, etc? Any information would be helpful. I'm sure a lot of the selection of a pool cue is personal preference, and although I've done some reading on the internet, I was hoping to get some personal opinions.
I've already gotten a list of places that carry pool cues in Knoxville and plan on hitting a few on Saturday, but if anybody can suggest if one or two are better than others, it would be helpful and maybe save me some time.

The best pool cues are stolen....

errrr the only thing I know to do is the rolling test, but since your buying it new Im sure that wont be a problem, sorry.

About my favorite two places are KBC, they have a small selection there BUT one of the regulars make VERY nice cues. The other is MacDonalds further down on chapman highway, he has a real good selection of new and used ques and the old timers there are usually really helpful. There's also a good game shop down on Magnolia, and you can find some boffo deals in the Bargain Mart. Not that I'm a shopaholic or anything...




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Talk to vampyras husband thor, he knows his stuff on pool related objects. : )

TheInfiniteMonkey wrote:The other is MacDonalds further down on chapman highway

I just found out that store is owned by one of my coworker's relatives, so I am going to head up there this afternoon with a list of excellent suggestions that I received.