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What is a cue? If you have been playing pool then it would be no problem at all. But if I will dare you to name at least 5 of the 13 parts of this pool equipment then I you would be having some difficulty, right? This article will introduce you to the essential components of the game equipment cue. First is the tip that has the common size of 13 mm of treated and compressed leather material. Next is ferrule that strengthens the tip area by reducing vibrations after every shot. Shaft can be made of hard rock maple, graphite or fiberglass. The most commonly used designs are called points that may vary in number, length, and width. If inlayed, even number points are used for balance and reinforcement. Intricate and rare inlays are valuable structural parts that set balance and can be made of exotic woods, ivory or gemstones. Last but not the least is the forearm that set the design and personality of the cue. Usually made of hard rock maple like the shaft, the forearm carry the heaviest part of the price as well as the place to find the points, inlays, veneers and other designs.

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