{"product_id":"mike-durbin-4ptr-silver","title":"Mike Durbin - Fancy 4ptr","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"241\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThis cue was clearly built with playability in mind first. Constructed from highly figured Pomelle Bubinga with ebony points both up and down, the cue has a very solid, dense feel in hand with excellent natural balance throughout the stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"243\"\u003eThe combination of the 3\/8x11 titanium pin and Mike’s handmade low-deflection shafts gives the cue a firm, responsive hit with a lot of feedback without feeling overly stiff. The cue feels extremely stable through the cue ball, especially on power shots, while still maintaining a smooth and controlled touch on finesse shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1003\" data-start=\"571\"\u003eOne thing that genuinely surprised me is how good Mike’s handmade LD shafts actually play. I personally own a \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 cue with his LD shaft setup, and the hit is incredibly solid and natural compared to many modern low-deflection shafts on the market today. They reduce deflection very effectively while still keeping that traditional wood-shaft feel and feedback that many players do not want to lose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1311\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eAnother thing worth mentioning is that Mike still builds his cues completely by hand and does not use CNC machinery in his cue-making process. That traditional hands-on approach really shows in the overall feel of his cues, especially for players who appreciate a more classic custom cue hit and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1313\"\u003eVisually, the silver veneers, silver rings, and silver inlay work give the cue a bold, classic custom cue appearance with a lot of presence under light. Combined with the matching joint protectors, the overall package feels very complete and player-oriented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003eThis is the kind of cue serious players tend to appreciate more the longer they use it — solid hit, strong feedback, and very confidence inspiring at the table.\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 type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eCondition: New 2025 (Test Hit Only)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eForearm: Pomelle Bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eMaterials: Gabon Ebony, Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eAccessories: Matching Joint Protectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eLength: 58inch, even split\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eButt Weight: 15.4oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eShaft Weight: 3.6oz\u0026amp;3.6oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eShaft Diameter: approx. 13mm\u0026amp;13mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eJoint: 3\/8x11 Titanium Pin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eWrap: Leather Wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003eNotes: Directly from Mike at 2025 ICCS. This cue was one of his show cue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1;\"\u003e*Overnight or 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e Day Air insured shipping included within the lower 48 States only.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cuellections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44098545516632,"sku":null,"price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/3983\/2664\/files\/F60A5181.jpg?v=1778917280","url":"https:\/\/cuellections.com\/products\/mike-durbin-4ptr-silver","provider":"Cuellections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}