Month: November 2024

2X4 Whitten cue case – excellent condition (heavier type) $525

This case is older probably first generation Whitten. It is the older heavier built like a tank case. This one is grey leather and in near mint condition with only slight signs of use (mostly storage). This case was personalized and in speaking with Dan you can purchase a new name tag or a blank one. We have provided 2 other options here that will be included with the case (as pictured). One is a laser etched newer style logo on aluminum the other is lizard skin. $525

2 Tim Scruggs cue Ivory Ferrule Shafts $375 each

Here we have 2 Scruggs shafts. We just bought a collection / estate with some Scruggs stuff and unfortunately didn’t find the butt section that went along with these fancy shafts. Both 29 1/4 inch shafts are straight and have 1 inch ivory ferrules. Both shafts are 12.75mm and the tips look like they are LePro. Joint caps go along with. Will sell together or apart. $750 for the pair.

Mike Bender cue – Very unique


Mike Bender is a cue maker out of Alaska who has been making cues since 1992. Bender cues are easy to identify with the Bender name engraved on the joint pin.

This is an example of cue repair and cue refinishing work (not for sale) that has been done here at Proficient Billiards. Cue refinishing usually takes about 2 weeks depending on workload.

Always buying, selling and trading. Check out our store link… https://proficientbilliards.com/category/for-sale/

Meucci Lock and Key cue

Meucci Lock and Key cue refinished here at Proficient. Bob Meucci is a cue maker who began making pool cues in 1975 out of Mississippi. Meucci cues are some of the most recognized pool cues on the planet. early models had Meucci Originals on the butt sleeve. Later models had the Meucci script writing on the butt cap. Bob now has a line of custom cues that has a BMC logo also.

This is an example of cue repair and cue refinishing work (not for sale) that has been done here at Proficient Billiards. Cue refinishing usually takes about 2 weeks depending on workload.

Mid 70’s Meucci Dice and Cards cue – Meucci Originals Prototype Gambler $5250


Mid 70’s Meucci Dice and Cards cue FOR SALE. This cue is a complete survivor. One shaft looks to have never been played, and the other maybe a handful of games. The cue looks like it was bought, put in the case, and never played. Of course due to a yellowing finish and settling we have refinished it to perfection. The cue was rewrapped in period correct Hurlbert linen. The butt and shafts are all straight together and apart. Cards are all perfect as pictured. This stopperless prototype is among the rarest of the pre Gambler Meucci Originals. One like this will not be found in better condition. A total unicorn for a Meucci collector. $5250

Weight – 20.6oz on both shafts
Shaft diameter – 13mm and 12mm
Length – 58.25″ and 60″
Butt section – 29″

Earliest of the Meucci’s – QB 1 Meucci Originals cue $825


This is the earliest of the Meucci cues. It was made when Bob Meucci worked for Paul Huebler… hence why there is a nylon insert. It just came out of a Meucci collection we are selling off. The shaft and butt are straight together and apart. The has a larger body to it than the later Meucci’s do after he refined his methods. The cue is in original condition with minimal play. We did hit some balls with it and it plays surprisingly well.

Weight – 19.7oz
Shaft diameter – 11.8mm
Length – 57.5″

This cue plays well enough to be put into use, or would probably sit as a piece of history in any serious Meucci collection.

The quintessential Jerry Franklin Southwest cue


Early unmarked Jerry Franklin Southwest cue. The company Southwest cues started making cues in 1982. Jerry Franklin began with cue repair as most do in the early 80’s. DPK Kersenbrock helped form Southwest cues. Early examples are unmarked and can be authenticated by Southwest cues. Cues after 93 are easy to identify and have a brass pin with a cactus, date, and number. Jerry passed away at the age of 42. His wife Laurie Franklin and family continue to run the business. Southwest cues are highly sought after and there is a lengthy waiting period for one. Pool Hall Junkies the movie also helped to catapult Southwest cues. Pictured are a few examples of cue refinishing and cue repair that we have performed here at Proficient Billiards.

This is an example of cue repair and cue refinishing work (not for sale) that has been done here at Proficient Billiards. Cue refinishing usually takes about 2 weeks depending on workload.