{"product_id":"professional-alloy-3-4-piece-snooker-cue-gabon-ebony-ash-shaft-58-competition-grade-t94aoy32","title":"Professional Alloy 3\/4 Piece Snooker Cue - Gabon Ebony \u0026 Ash Shaft - 58\" Competition Grade #T94AOY32","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the MARK RICHARD Alloy Badge Series – a professional-grade snooker cue engineered for precision, durability, and artistic elegance.\u003cbr\u003eCrafted for discerning players who demand the perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern alloy technology, this 3\/4 split cue delivers tournament-level performance with a bespoke aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial technology innovation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrecision-turned from 5A Grade North American Ash, renowned for its rigidity and straightness to minimize cue ball deflection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButt: \u003c\/strong\u003eA masterpiece of Gabon Ebony inlaid with 16 hand-spliced veneers of jet-black Gabon Ebony, Hardrock Maple, and rare Laos burl – creating a hypnotic grain pattern that evolves with every angle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule: \u003c\/strong\u003eNickel-Alloy Matrix Ferrule replaces traditional brass, offering identical weight distribution with superior wear resistance. Maintains the beloved \"solid hit\" feedback professionals crave, without deflection compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional grade configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip: \u003c\/strong\u003eMR Pro Hard Tip (9.5mm) – pre-shaped and scuffed for immediate play\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoint: \u003c\/strong\u003eDiamond-cut 3\/4 alloy collar with micro-tolerance fitting for seamless energy transfer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtensions: \u003c\/strong\u003eCompatible with MR telescopic extensions and mini-butt (included)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003eCustomisable 18-19.5oz – specify your preference at checkout for a perfectly balanced stroke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart upgrade options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/markrichardcues.com\/products\/elk-tip-upgrad-for-snooker-cue\" title=\"Elk Tip Upgrade For Snooker Cue\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUpgrade to ELK Master Tip\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor professional-grade layered leather installation (1 extra business day)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/markrichardcues.com\/collections\/3-4-joint-cue-cases\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Cue Cases\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLuxury Case Options\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eChoose from free standard case or upgrade to premium suede-lined models\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Deflection: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlloy ferrule maintains \u0026lt;0.5mm deflection at 45° impact angle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrusted by finalists and amateur circuit champions, the Alloy Badge Series combines the warmth of hand-selected timbers with cutting-edge metallurgy. 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