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This is a subjective question. For the average player, a well made production cue is certainly as good as a custom cue. However, the player cannot change the handling or feel of the cue, a big difference with a custom cue, which can be designed for exactly the handling, feel, weight distribution, and of course, looks, that the player wants. Most production cues are much more likely to warp and otherwise deteriorate than a custom cue. However, for the difference in price, it simply means the player should take very good care of the production cue, just as if it was a custom cue that could cost 10 times as much.

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Besides quality of material, the quality of work, or craftsmanship, will distinguish the work of a true master cuemaker and the person who is not.

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Q: If all pool cues are made the same way why are some cue makers more popular than others?
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