First Cue to Current Cues

Do you remember you first cue? If you're like me, you wish now you could find a pic of it to share.

My first cue was a Huebler. I remember it had some yellow in it, but that's about it. I really enjoyed it and used it throughout my college years. My next cue was a very beautiful McDermott with lots of soft, feminine colors. I loved it, also. As with the Huebler, I don't remember what eventually happened to the cue.

My next cue was a custom-made/designed Jim Buss ('96). I used that for numerous years and it had such beautiful maple in it that many thought it was a SouthWest (quite a compliment!). Jim then made me a "sister" cue to it - a jump/break cue with the same colors, rings and wrap. Because I never did learn how to jump, I eventually sold it. I now use my first Jim Buss as my break cue. It's a very solid cue!

Then I went to a custom-designed Jacoby ('03). Then a year later, another custom designed Jacoby ('04). I used the second Jacoby for several years and I loved it.

Then Jim Buss made me my dream cue ('09). So, I now shoot with my wrapless custom-designed Buss. I know it wont be my last cue. ;)

(to read about the details of the last 4 cues, including a third designed Jim Buss, click here)

I highly recommend both Jim Buss and Jacoby for your custom cues. They are both wonderful to work with and make amazing cues that not only look beautiful but also play fantastic. They are also both very helpful in helping with your custom design.

Here are pics of my two Buss's and Jacoby's. Left to right: First Jim Buss, First Jacoby, Second Jacoby, Second Jim Buss: