Hoppe Ring Richard Black cue

Hoppe Ring Richard Black cue

This Hoppe ring Richard Black cue is an example of finish work performed here at Proficient Billiards.

Richard Black is an elite, multi-Hall of Fame custom pool cue maker renowned globally for crafting legendary playing cues and museum-quality functional art. Based out of Texas, he has been honored with a total of three separate Hall of Fame inductions, and his masterful work has even been showcased at the Smithsonian. His creations are universally celebrated by collectors and professional billiard players alike for their spectacular execution, intricate inlay work, and distinctive “hit”.

The Artistry & Specs

• Collectible Legacy: Richard Black’s work spans decades. While he continues to build traditional playing cues, his true specialties are extravagant high-end art cues featuring gold, silver, diamonds, rubies, and precious materials like stag horn. Historic designs like his “Faberge” cue, “Mardi Gras” cue, and “Twisted” cue are considered legendary in the collector community.
• Signature Construction: Vintage and modern Richard Black cues typically incorporate highly figured exotic woods like birdseye maple, cocobolo, and waterfall bubinga. They traditionally feature standard 5/16-14 piloted joints, premium wraps (ranging from clean Irish linen to genuine lizard and elephant leather), and flawless, complex geometric overlays.