Ariel Carmeli cue
This Ariel Carmeli cue was just finished up recently at Proficient Billiards.
Ariel Carmeli cues are highly prestigious, world-famous custom pool cues renowned for their exceptional strength, stability, and stunning aesthetics. Handcrafting cues since 1994, Carmeli (formerly based in Southern California and now operating out of Virginia) specializes in utilizing rare, exotic hardwoods like Gabon ebony, amboyna burl, snakewood, and cocobolo. Known for exceptional playability, his signature construction almost always involves coring the forearms to ensure unparalleled hit consistency and structural longevity.
The market for Ariel Carmeli cues splits into two categories: 100% full custom bench-made cues built personally by Carmeli, and the Diamond Signature Series production collaboration manufactured by Viking Cues.
Custom Ariel Carmeli Cues
True custom pieces are handcrafted in highly limited quantities, highly sought after by cue collectors, and built with high-end component nuances.
- Design Traits: Typically feature multi-point designs (4-point or 6-point) with sharp, vibrant multi-color veneers (such as blue, purple, or traditional flame styles), intricate hand-cut abalone or imitation ivory diamond inlays, premium textured elephant or pigskin leather wraps, and his signature custom ringwork.
- Specifications: Standard custom builds typically ship at 19 to 19.4 ounces with a length of 58 inches. They utilize a signature flat-faced modified 3/8 x 10 joint pin and traditionally include two premium 13mm maple shafts.