{"product_id":"mike-durbin-4-ptr","title":"Mike Durbin - 4 ptr","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eThis cue is built around beautiful Pauduk wood paired with four Black Palm points and a matching Black Palm butt sleeve, creating a very rich and naturally aggressive appearance. The Pauduk carries deep reddish-orange tones that almost glow under light, while the Black Palm adds dramatic dark contrast with its distinctive natural grain texture. Together, the woods give the cue a very organic and exotic look without needing excessive decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eOne thing I really like about this cue is the texture and visual movement of the Black Palm. Unlike smoother traditional ebony, Black Palm has a very unique natural grain structure that gives the cue a more raw and character-rich appearance in person. Combined with the warmth of the Pauduk, the overall look feels very bold, classic, and player-oriented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eThe cue comes with two Canadian Hard Maple shafts, and as mentioned in Mike’s introduction page, every shaft goes through a minimum of 15 years of aging and preparation before it ever makes it onto a finished cue. Mike’s cues are known for having a really solid, traditional hit with excellent feedback and consistency, which is a huge reason many players continue to seek them out today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eAnd of course, it’s important to remember that \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMichael Durbin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e remains one of the very few respected cue makers today who still builds cues completely by hand without using CNC machinery — something that traditional cue collectors and serious players truly appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1658\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOverall, this is a great playing cue at a very reasonable price point, especially considering the quality of the materials and the amount of hand craftsmanship involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"OLE_LINK1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eCondition: New 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eForearm: Pauduk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eMaterials: Black Palm wood, leather wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eAccessories: Basic Plastic Joint Protectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eLength: 58inch, even split\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eButt Weight: 15.6oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eShaft Weight: 3.7oz\u0026amp;3.7oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eShaft Diameter: approx. 13mm\u0026amp;13mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eJoint: 3\/8x10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eWrap: Leather Wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eNotes: Directly from Mike's shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003e*Ships to the lower 48 States only. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cuellections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44098521661528,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/3983\/2664\/files\/F60A4802.jpg?v=1778655416","url":"https:\/\/cuellections.com\/products\/mike-durbin-4-ptr","provider":"Cuellections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}