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John Parris Cue Tip – The Professional's Choice for Precision and Feel
Looking to upgrade your cue with a tip trusted by the pros? The John Parris Professional Cue Tip is crafted to deliver consistent performance, superior cue ball control, and unmistakable crisp feedback — all in a single 10mm tip.
Known affectionately as the “JP Deer Head” tip, this cue tip features a slightly firm construction with a light blue tone, offering the perfect balance between grip and power. Designed to restore the natural playing characteristics of your cue, it’s favored by many professional snooker players for its outstanding elasticity and stability, especially during long pots and delicate positional shots.
Product Highlights:
- Sold as a single piece (10mm)
- Slightly firm hardness – Ideal for players who prefer a solid, crisp strike
- Excellent elasticity – Helps generate precise spin and smooth cue ball control
- Light blue finish – Signature of the original “Deer Head” model
- Professional-grade quality – Trusted by tour players for its reliability and consistency
Upgrade Available with MR Cues
When you purchase a MARK RICHARD cue from our website, you can choose to have it professionally upgraded with this John Parris tip. Expert installation (please allow 1 extra business day before dispatch). Tip professionally shaped and pre-scuffed — ready to play straight out of the box
Note: Tips are not sold separately. They are only available as an upgrade option with cue purchases.
Trusted by the Best
The JP Deer Head tip is designed for players who want to feel every shot — from a gentle touch to a powerful drive. Its feedback is often compared to the delicate touch and command of legends like Ronnie O’Sullivan, offering you a professional-standard hit with every stroke.
Upgrade your playing experience today — with the control, stability, and finesse of a John Parris.


MARK RICHARD cues Authorized Stores
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United Kingdom
greenbaize.com
snooker4u.com
pwcues.co.uk
AS Pro Sports
Longton Snooker and Poolchase-cue-sports
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Ireland
Darren Flaherty
neil gilroy
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Australia
Pot Black Family Pool and Snooker Centre North Perth
Southport Snooker & Billiards Club Inc
Frequently Asked Questions
8.5mm or 9.5mm. Which tip size should I choose?
8.5mm are best for English pool while 9.5mm are best for Snooker.
Does the price include VAT?
YES. price include VAT. You no need to pay any VAT or customs duties.
What's the return policy?
If you are not satisfied with our product, you may return it within 30 days from the date of purchase to receive a refund or exchange for the same item.
Please ensure that the product is unused and in its original packaging. Once your return has been received and has passed inspection, we will issue the credit to the original payment method or exchange items.
Return shipping costs will be at the purchaser’s expense, only the UK accepts returns.
How many days delivery takes?
The regular delivery time ranges from 5 to 9 business days. Items ship from China. the product is shipped via air couriers.
Are you a drop shipping company?
No, we’re not. Everything you see on our site is in stock at our warehouse and shipped directly by us. This means faster delivery, better quality control, and real support from our own team.
We handpick and check every item before it goes out, so you always know exactly what you're getting and where it’s coming from.
Do you shape well and pre-scuffed the tip before dispatching?
Of course! The tip will be shaped well and pre-scuffed, you can use it as soon as you get it. If you want to upgrade the tip into ELK master or Century Pro. We are glad to help you.
What's Hi-tech Wood?
Its a manmade stable timber created using resins and dyes combined with muti-layers of wood pieces. Normally 100-layers on the butt and approx 15-layers on splicing. There is almost no chance of timber cracking.
What's the difference between Hi-tech Wood and ebony on butt?
Hi-tech Wood is manmade while ebony is a natural wood. Ebony is more beautiful for its natural texture and interesting grain. Ebony has a higher rate of cracking than Hi-tech Wood.
The cost of Hi-tech Wood is approx 20% of ebony. The stability of Hi-tech Wood is higher than ebony.
According to cost and stability, Hi-tech Wood is the best solution for handmade cues priced below £200.
How do I choose the weight and balance?
We have over 1000pcs cues in stock. Please state weight and balance preference during checkout if you need. We will choose the cue specific close to your requirement.
How do I contact your company if my question isn't answersed here?
Please chat with us on the page or email us via Support@markrichardcues.com
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