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Snooker Billiard Cue

Name: Snooker Billiard Cue
SKU: B451
Price: 118000 TZS
Availability: InStock

Cues

A three-quarter jointed snooker cue. The three-quarter joint is the point: it puts the split further up the shaft than a centre joint, which gets much closer to a one-piece feel while still packing into a case. It is what serious snooker players use.

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Highlights

Why three-quarter, not half

The joint sits further up, closer to a one-piece feel.

Three-quarter joint

Split further up the shaft than a centre joint - closer to one-piece feel, still packs into a case.

Why the joint position matters

A joint interrupts the transfer of energy. Further from the hands means less felt.

Snooker cue

Built for the smaller ball and the precise side spin snooker asks for, not for pool.

Never lean it on a wall

That is how cues warp, and a warped cue cannot be put right.

Product description

About this product

Snooker Billiard Cue – in stock at 361 Degrees Adventure in Dar es Salaam.

A three-quarter jointed snooker cue.

The joint position is what this cue is about, and it is worth understanding because it is the reason serious snooker players choose three-quarter cues over two-piece ones.

Any joint interrupts the transfer of energy along a cue, and you feel it as a slight deadness at impact. A one-piece cue has no joint and plays best – and cannot be carried anywhere. A two-piece cue splits at the centre, which puts the joint right where the bridge hand and the striking hand are working, and that is where it is most noticeable. A three-quarter jointed cue moves the split up toward the tip end, well away from both hands, so the section you actually hold and stroke through is continuous. The result plays considerably closer to a one-piece cue while still packing down into a case.

That is the whole argument, and it is a real one rather than marketing.

Snooker sizing matters too. Snooker cues carry smaller tips – typically 9 to 10 mm – because snooker balls are smaller than pool balls at 52.5 mm and the game demands precise side spin. A pool cue with a 13 mm tip on a snooker table feels blunt.

Care: rack it vertically or lay it flat in a case, never against a wall, and keep it out of damp and direct sun. In this climate a cue stored badly will have moved within a year, and a warped cue cannot be put right. Roll it on a flat table occasionally and watch the tip.

Buying a Snooker Billiard Cue in Dar es Salaam

361 Degrees Adventure keeps the snooker billiard cue at our showroom in Upanga, Dar es Salaam, with delivery countrywide across Tanzania. Come and handle it before you buy, or order online and collect.

Every snooker billiard cue is checked in store before it leaves us, and our staff use the same kit in the field, so you get an honest answer on fit and sizing rather than a sales pitch.

Not sure which snooker billiard cue suits you? Call or message the showroom and we will talk you through the options that are actually in stock in Tanzania.

Spare parts and replacements for the snooker billiard cue are easier to get here than on an overseas order, which matters once the gear is in use.

Browse more Cues in Tanzania, or see the full 361 Degrees range. For general background on cue sports, see this overview on Wikipedia.

Specifications

The details

Type	Snooker cue
Joint	Three-quarter jointed - split positioned toward the tip end, away from both hands
Why it matters	A joint interrupts energy transfer; moving it away from the grip plays closer to a one-piece cue
Suits	Snooker, on 52.5 mm balls
Snooker tip sizing	Typically 9 to 10 mm, against 12 to 13 mm for pool
Storage	Vertically in a rack or flat in a case - never leaning against a wall
Climate	Keep out of damp and direct sun; both move wood permanently
Check for warp	Roll it on a flat table and watch the tip
SKU	B451

Questions

Good to know

What length cue should I buy?

The standard is 57 to 58 inches, which suits most adults. If you are much taller than average, a 58 inch cue or an extension is worth having; for a child, a shorter cue is genuinely easier to control. The other question is joint: a one-piece cue plays best but does not travel, which is why most players use a two-piece or three-quarter jointed cue.

When does a cue tip need replacing?

When it has gone hard and glassy, when it has mushroomed out over the ferrule, or when it has worn down so far that the ferrule is close to contacting the ball. A hard, polished tip will not hold chalk and miscues constantly. Tips are consumables - a regular player replaces one a few times a year.

Why does chalk matter so much?

Because a cue tip on a ball is a low-friction contact, and without chalk it slips. A miscue - where the tip skids off the ball instead of gripping - is almost always a chalk problem rather than a technique one. Chalk before every shot where you are not hitting dead centre, and brush it on rather than grinding it into the tip.

One piece, two piece or three-quarter jointed?

A one-piece cue plays best because there is no joint to interrupt the transfer of energy, and it is useless for travel. A two-piece splits in the middle and fits a case. A three-quarter joint puts the split further up the shaft, closer to a one-piece feel while still packing down - which is why serious snooker players use them.

How do I look after a cue?

Store it vertically in a rack or flat in a case, never leaning against a wall, which is how cues warp. Keep it out of direct sun and away from damp, both of which move wood. Wipe the shaft with a dry cloth after playing rather than a damp one, and never leave it in a car.

How do I know if a cue is warped?

Roll it on a flat table and watch the tip. A straight cue rolls smoothly; a warped one lifts and drops visibly. Check before you buy and check occasionally afterwards - a cue that lived against a wall in a humid room will have moved.

What tip size should I have?

Snooker cues typically run 9 to 10 mm and pool cues 12 to 13 mm, because the balls are different sizes and the shot demands differ. A smaller tip gives more precision with side spin; a larger one is more forgiving. Match it to the game you actually play.

Do you deliver in Dar es Salaam?

Yes. We deliver across Dar es Salaam and send nationwide to Arusha, Moshi, Mwanza, Dodoma, Zanzibar and beyond by courier. A table is a heavy two-person item, so tell us when you order and we will arrange the right transport and talk through access.