This cue has a threaded rubber bumper and a high-impact, modified acrylic butt cap. It has a dark burgundy butt plate and 100% Irish Linen pressed wrap. The burgundy coloring continues up through the forearm and up to the solid black collar.

The joint is a 5/16 x 18. The V-Pro shaft comes standard and includes a Le Pro tip.

How It Actually Plays:

V-Pro Shaft (13mm)

• Hitting the ball with a soft hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 2″ mark. 
• Hitting the ball with medium hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 2.5″ mark.
• Hitting the ball with a firm hit, the ball hit the far rail right at the 3″ mark.

eXactShot Shaft (12.75 mm)

• Hitting the ball with a soft hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 1.5″ mark. 
• Hitting the ball with medium hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 2.25″ mark.
• Hitting the ball with a firm hit, the ball hit the far rail right at the 2.75″ mark.

Final Thoughts:

The A261 cue is a really good, entry-level cue with a nice, solid feel to it. This is a color cue and if you’re a fan of that dark, rich burgundy color, this is a great choice for you.

Manufacturer Information:

Tip: Le Pro – Ferrule: Viking SUPER Ferrule, capped and threaded onto the shaft – Wrap: 100% Irish Linen – Shaft: V PRO Hard Rock Maple (Aged 5 years)  – Benefit: Extreme Control & Accuracy – Turnings: 9 to 11 turnings over 18 to 24 months – Taper: 12″ to 14″ Pro Taper  – Finish: Ultra-violet Urethane 3 coat finish – Forearm: Northwoods Maple – Joint: High Impact Black (IMA), flat faced with a brass insert – Pin: Viking 5/16 x 18 Quick Release, Stainless Steel – ButtPlate: High Impact Modified Acrylic with Viking Logo – Bumper: Threaded Rubber – Warranty: Lifetime, including warpage