for the serious pool shooter
590694
This was another one of my Christmas gifts. I got a smile, head nod and he said it would really be handy. It went into the case with his cue so I guess it was a needed item.
1829562
Yeah, it's a good deal.

it flows pretty smoothly on the track, but I'd recommend spraying it with WD-40 every time there's a small sticking point. The best piece of advice I can give is to **Use a rubber-band**. Pull it for a smoother more natural shot.
119265
Wonderful book whether you are a beginner or experienced player.  Tons of high quality information from the best pool author there is, Robert Byrne.  I would and have recommend any of his books to those interested in the game of pool.
4404023
I put these tips on bar pool sticks that get heavy, heavy use.  For that purpose, they are great.  I apply them using this method - 1. remove old tip using razor/knife, being careful not to nick plastic.  2.  Use round sandpaper disk on specialized tool (not expensive) to remove old tip residue and create a flat surface.  3.  Apply good glob of super glue from dollar store - the gel type is better than the thinner stuff.  4.  Use tip clamp tool (not expensive) to hold tip in place.  5.  Center tip and re-tighten clamp tool.  6.  Wait 24 hours.  I have never had a tip come off after applying in this manner.  The tips withstand the abuse of amateur hacks, they don't mushroom much, and they hold their shape well.

As for playability, if you are a good player, they are fine IF and ONLY IF you stay on top of the tip, by which I mean you must scuff, doctor, and spike the tip if you don't want to mis-cue on low draw shots and such.  If I'm playing with these tips, I keep a bow-tie tool (not expensive) in my pocket and scuff the tip, or spike it, or both, several times a game.  If I don't I'll eventually miscue a draw shot and pop the cue ball, which is annoying.

For pool hall use - 5.
For personal or home use - 3.

Net to 4.
2073270
a really beautiful pool cue very well balanced and just can't beat it for the money highly recommended to beginner 2 semi pro pool players
491373
I am an above average pool player and this game is very realistic.  I believe it actually improves your real game.  My son, who does not play real pool, has been learning from virtual pool.  I believe he will be ready for the real game soon.  I compare this game to a good flight simulator!
1071650
Does the job for entry level players really well
3854927
I bought one before and it is hugely fun.  If you fill the water only partly, all your banked shots will drop in the hoop, but will it fully filled, you have to shoot more accurately.  Haha.  Fun!  And keeps you outdoors in the backyard.
1213516
This man knows his stuff. Covers the subject of long distance shooting more than adequately for the new shooter. In addition, he has links to websites that can provide specialized gear for new shooters.
915130
Like Stoegers other books, he doesn't just throw out ideas.  He's researched what works for him AND many of the top competitive shooters in the world. Unlike many other books in the genre, it's not driven by ego, but by what works.  Read this book and implement his dry fire suggestions and you will make serious improvements, without having to spend a ton on ammo and range fees.
4511199
Want to become a better pool player,don`t join APA league,utter rubbish,I played one season and went from a 4 to max handicap within a week at 8ball,my first time playing apa,before played in UK 8ball leagues where no handicap,you wanna win,then pratice,once again,APA leagues suck.
4789584
Very good chalk. I have never got into shooting with the more advanced chalks like Predator or Kamui; or spending a lot of money for chalk.
I am one who chalks every stroke if not every other stroke. Blue Diamond is just consistent. I rarely miscue, or if I miscue it's because I was lazy & did not chalk up!

I shoot with a Pechauer with the Pechauer gold medium tip.

Buy this chalk here .... I promise you will not be disappointed.

Last. Buy it from Dan's Billiards. Fast shipping & gets to me within a couple of days. Dan's Billiards is consistent.
930039
Ever have the head of your well-used-taken off-the-wall-rack pool cue ricochette off the que ball at your favorite pay-to-play table as you tried for a good break? And with the whole saloon (ok,barroom) watching??

Unless the owner is a pool afficienado him/her self, cues, and in particular the tips, receive zero maintenance. The owner just wants the revenue....

Enter the Cuetec Bowtie Tool...

Nice, solid, shiney, and weighty, aluminum, a couple of turns of the 'Shaper' end will perform a reverse valve job on the tip. Add a few turns of the 'Scruff' end and chalk sticks like a guy to his new love at closing time.

And each end is engraved labeled so you know which is which even seen through those beer goggles...

An occasional player and not owning a custom cue myself, I really have carried a small piece of course-grit sandpaper on those occasions when I know I will be playing....

No more. My game has improved; fewer snickers from the Peanut Gallery. So, bottom line  I would recommend the Cuetec; works as advertised, operates with precision, and, well, just looks too kewl :)

It really rates five (5) full stars were it somehow smaller; belongs in a pool case and not the pocket of your leathers or jeans - yet it would lose its' functionality.

Also, don't loan it out --- you might not get it back!!
3505611
This is a very good book on banking pool balls. Not my strongest pool skill. Book is really for the advanced banker (not me). After reading a small section several times and thinking about it; it starts to make sense. Then I go to the pool hall and practice. After practicing the same shot maybe 10 times i start seeing the shot and the several different ways to make the same shot. Add side english and hit the object ball fuller or use no side english and hit the object ball thinner. Freddy shares detailed charts explaining this with several more variables. The reason you will want to learn this is two fold: (1) You learn multiple ways how to make the same bank (2) You learn how to get better position on your next ball by deciding which of the multiple ways to use. Last Freddy shares many interesting pool stories about some of the all time pool greats.
2323989
Great for shooting range...especially qualifying...
4493919
The Last4Ever Tip Tool should be in every pool player's cue case.  It is incredible.  You will lose it or someone will steal it before you wear it out.  It is that good.  JoeyA
2468681
This is a great book for any shooter. Easy to read, lots of information including charts and graphs.  If you want to improve your shot, buy this book.