Parts of a Pool Cue

Jumping from the conventional one-piece cue, the following parts are more of the two-piece cues. It's amazing how a stick made up of wood have several parts that comprise it as a whole. Not all parts are noticed or considered important but every player must take good care of every piece for it builds the entire integrity of the billiard cue.



For those who have a two-piece cue right this very moment, might as well take it out and start identifying the parts.



Tip



This is the semi-pointed part of the cue with a smooth curved, rounded shape. As the name implies, the tip is responsible for touching, striking or making contact with the cue ball.



Ferrule



Before the tip part, the ferrule comes in 1st. This would be the point where you rub your chalk. The purpose of this is to protect the tip and it's usually colored white.



Pad



This is the piece of material joining the ferrule and the tip. As the tip needs protection, so as the ferrule for the pad tolerates strong impacts and maintains the integrity of the ferrule.



Shaft



This is the part where you'll find your tip. It is commonly tapered and undercoated.



Pin



Also known as the joint screw, this connects the two pieces of the cue together. Upon purchasing a cue, you should inspect and test how efficient the joint pin is. An uneven screw is not a good quality of a two-piece screw for it frustrates your shot.



Collar



This protects the joints held together. Aside from being a protective covering, it also serves as a decoration which comes in various materials like plastic, steel, etc.



Forearm



This is the area where you'll find the handle and wrap. You can locate this in between the shaft and the handle. This is the area where most of the decorations and craftsmanship are dedicated.



Handle



As the word speaks for itself, the handle is where you concentrate your grip. It is wrapped by materials made of leather or sometimes linen.



Butt Plate



Serves as a protection and at the same time as a decorative. This is also known as the cap.



Bumper



The bumper is composed of rubber that is attached just below the butt.



These different parts of a pool cue are essential for building or constructing a good cue. So, basically, when an area goes wrong, the whole integrity of the cue is at stake. Take good care of your cue. It is also your best bud when game time comes.