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Viking Pool Cues - F99 - Viking F99 Pool Cue Stick
Natural-looking goncalo alves, a tropical hardwood, makes up the forearm and sleeve of the Viking F99 pool stick. This wood is contrasted nicely with a white Irish linen wrap with double black specks for a simple, yet unique, look. A UV polyurethane coating adds shine to the cue as well as protection from fading. Backed by proprietary manufacturing methods, this cue possesses structural integrity, straightness and playability. The plastic joint and collar produce a soft to medium hit, and the proprietary ferrule allows for greater cue ball control and shot accuracy. In business since 1965, Viking is the oldest manufacture of cue sticks made in the USA. With the exception of the tips, weight bolts and bumpers, Viking manufactures all of the materials used to make their cues. Pro players including Dawn Hopkins, Denny Coulter and Larry Nevel play with Viking cues. Weight Changes: Viking cues have a changeable weight system. You can change the weight by using a ¬” allen tool. 2 to 3 ounces is the maximum change Specifications: Tip: 13mm Le Pro brand, hard Ferrule: Proprietary material, capped and threaded onto the shaft Shaft: 29″ long, 12″ to 14″ pro taper, hardrock maple Collar: High impact white plastic Joint: High impact plastic, flat faced with a brass insert (joint #5 in Viking catalog) Pin: 5/16 18″ - quick release, stainless steel Forearm: Goncalo alves Rings: none Wrap: White with double black specks Irish linen wrap Sleeve: Goncalo alves Plate: High impact white plastic Bumper: Threaded rubber, stamped with “Viking” logo