Pool Cue Anatomy Guide

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Here’s a cleaned-up, organized, and clarified version of the cue stick anatomy guide from your image, with corrected terminology and structure:

Pool Cue Anatomy Guide

1. Tip

  • Size Range: 11.75–14 mm (most common: 13 mm).

  • Material: Typically hard leather (e.g., water buffalo hide).

    • Softer Tips: Provide more spin/control but wear faster.

    • Harder Tips: Offer durability and power but less grip.

  • Attachment: Glued to the ferrule.

2. Ferrule

  • Location: Between the tip and shaft (first 12–14 inches).

  • Material: Usually fiberglass, ivory substitute, or thermoplastic.

  • Purpose: Absorbs shock and prevents shaft splitting.

3. Shaft

  • Taper: Gradually narrows toward the tip (pro vs. European tapers vary).

  • Material: Most often hard rock maple (or carbon fiber in modern cues).

  • Diameter: Standard is 13 mm, but players may customize (e.g., 11.75 mm for precision).

4. Joint

  • Function: Connects the shaft and butt for consistent energy transfer.

  • Materials:

    • Metal (e.g., stainless steel): Durable, harder hit.

    • Phenolic resin/wood: Softer feel, vibration dampening.

  • Protection: Use joint caps when disassembling to prevent damage.

5. Collar & Rings

  • Collar: Reinforces the joint area (often stainless steel or decorative wood).

  • Rings:

    • Aesthetic: Matches inlays on the butt.

    • Functional: Strengthens vulnerable points (e.g., above the wrap).

6. Butt

  • Forearm: Upper section (often exotic wood with inlays).

  • Wrap: Gripped area (leather, linen, or rubber for control).

  • Bumper: Rubber end protecting the cue from impacts.

Key Corrections/Clarifications:

  • “Hardrock wood” → Likely “hard rock maple.”

  • “Band pepe” → Typo; removed.

  • “European Shaft” → Refers to conical taper (vs. pro taper).

  • Joint Materials: Added missing options (e.g., ivory, buckhorn).

Pro Tips:

  • Tip Maintenance: Shape with a tip scuffer and chalk before each shot.

  • Shaft Care: Clean with alcohol wipes to remove oil/dirt.

  • Joint Tightness: Hand-tighten only—over-tightening cracks the collar.

For visual learners, here’s a labeled diagram of cue parts:

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