coring

[baine]

how does a cue maker core a forearm?

[Rich R.]

Originally Posted by baine

how does a cue maker core a forearm?

I don't know the exact methods, but, in effect, the cue maker drills out the core in the center of the forearm and inserts a dowel, most likely maple.
This gives his cues a very consistant and repeatable hit.

I am currently using Capone cues. Although the two Capone cues I have are quite differnt, they hit exactly the same. I believe this consistancy is due to the fact that Mike Capone cores all of his cues.

[baine]

Originally Posted by Rich R.

I don't know the exact methods, but, in effect, the cue maker drills out the core in the center of the forearm and inserts a dowel, most likely maple.
This gives his cues a very consistant and repeatable hit.

I am currently using Capone cues. Although the two Capone cues I have are quite differnt, they hit exactly the same. I believe this consistancy is due to the fact that Mike Capone cores all of his cues.

oh i've heard that. www.hadjcues.com does that to thier cues. thanks rich!

[Webbcues]

Originally Posted by baine

how does a cue maker core a forearm?

Step drill it then a gun drill is used for the final size.

[Manwon]

Originally Posted by baine

how does a cue maker core a forearm?

Coring is done in increments using coring bars. These are not drill bits and if used properly they will eliminate drift that is encountered during drilling, so that your bored hole will be centered and straight through the forearm. If this is not done correctly coring can effect the balance of the finished forearm, and it can cause it to roll lopsided due to the difference of weight in one area and not others.

Have a good day!!!!!!!!

[cmrocc]

I thought coring was for the use of exotic woods that normally wouldn't be good for cues. This is what I was told. Is this info correct?

[Webbcues]

Originally Posted by cmrocc

I thought coring was for the use of exotic woods that normally wouldn't be good for cues. This is what I was told. Is this info correct?

That's true. This may have been the initial reason Cue Makers started coring, I do it because it helps to stabilize but more importantly is, It's the closest I can come to repeatability.

[cmrocc]

Thank you for your reply. I did not know if my info was correct or not.
Thanks again...

[hadjcues]

Originally Posted by baine

how does a cue maker core a forearm?

I step drill then use different size/length boring bars to get to the desired diameter. I prefer this method, less stress and heat on the wood.

Besides, I can't afford that dang gun drill