{"product_id":"cory-barnhart-merry-widow-with-fancy-rings","title":"Cory Barnhart - Fancy Merry Widow(Bubinga)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"391\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eFresh from the shop of 2025 Cue Maker of the Year \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCory Barnhart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this cue is a beautiful example of why Cory’s work has become so respected among both serious players and collectors. Known for combining exceptional playability with clean, refined craftsmanship, Barnhart has built a reputation for cues that feel every bit as impressive in hand as they look visually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"393\"\u003eThis particular cue features beautifully figured Bubinga in both the forearm and butt sleeve, showcasing deep reddish-brown tones with rich natural movement throughout the wood. Under light, the Bubinga reveals remarkable depth and warmth, giving the cue an elegant appearance that feels both classic and sophisticated without ever becoming overly flashy. The figure in the wood shifts naturally from angle to angle, giving the cue a subtle but constantly changing character in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1324\" data-start=\"880\"\u003eThe design follows a timeless merry widow style, allowing the beauty of the materials and the precision of the construction to take center stage. Paired with the black textured leather wrap, the cue carries a very balanced and confident look — clean, understated, and unmistakably player-oriented. The darker tones of the wrap and butt cap contrast perfectly against the warmth of the Bubinga, creating a refined visual flow from top to bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1829\" data-start=\"1326\"\u003eOne of the details that truly elevates this cue is Cory’s ringwork. The cue features elegant silver dot rings at the joint and shaft positions, while the remaining ring locations are upgraded with beautifully executed Mother of Pearl and silver dot rings. The combination adds just the right amount of brightness and sophistication without distracting from the natural beauty of the Bubinga itself. Like many of Cory’s best designs, the finer details reveal themselves more the longer you study the cue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2008\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003eThis is the kind of cue that perfectly represents modern Barnhart work: highly playable, visually refined, and built with the confidence of a maker at the very top of his craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCondition: New 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eForearm: Bubinga\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaterial: Mother of Pearl, Silver, Black Juma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAccessories: Cory's 4-inch Extension, Basic Plastic Joint Protectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLength: 58inch, even split\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eButt Weight: 15.0oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShaft Weight: 3.7oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShaft Diameter: approx. 13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJoint: Radial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWrap: Leather Wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNotes: Directly from Cory at SBE2026.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e*Ships to the lower 48 States only. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cuellections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085187838040,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/3983\/2664\/files\/F60A3449.jpg?v=1778274311","url":"https:\/\/cuellections.com\/products\/cory-barnhart-merry-widow-with-fancy-rings","provider":"Cuellections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}