Meet The Cuemaker With Michelle Hughes
Michelle Hughes is a long-time pool enthusiast from the Pacific Northwest. During Covid, on a furlough from her full-time career as a flight attendant, Michelle opted to hang out with the Biggelbachs helping with social media, streaming, and cues. She quickly fell in love with the craftsmanship and artisanship of custom cues. Join her in this monthly column on her quest to learn more about cue makers and their respective craft.
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Eric Crisp
When it comes to cue making, if you’re like me, I wanted to know more about the backstories of these individuals behind the lathe. Who are they? Where are they from and what got them into building some of the most beautiful and sought-after cues that so many of us pool players take pride in […]
John Showman
There’s a reason you don’t often see Showman Cues on the secondary market. It’s because once you have one, you hang on to it. In this month’s “Meet the Cue Maker” we are putting the spotlight on John Showman of Showman Cues. John, 54 resides in Safety Harbor, Florida with his daughter Beliza and sons […]
Shelby Williams
Queen B had it right, “If you like, then you should put a ring on it”. And that’s exactly what he does with his custom full splice cues. The ring work alone will leave you begging to lock one down. Say hello to Shelby Williams of Shelby Custom Cues in this month’s “Meet the Cue […]
Joshua Treadway
The best part about making cues? “Any customer that puts their faith in me and the look on their face when you deliver a cue. They just light up!” Joshua Treadway of Treadway Custom Cues is our focal point in this month’s Meet the Cue Maker. Joshua Treadway, 35 resides in St. Louis, Missouri with […]
James White
Always humble, “I can’t wrap my head around people knowing who I am and me not knowing who they are.” We definitely know who you are James White. However, for anyone hiding under a rock, let me introduce you to James White of James White Custom Cues in this month’s “Meet the Cue Maker”. James […]
Cory Barnhart
From custom homes to custom cues, this guy can do it all. Today we say hello to Cory Barnhart of Barnhart Cues in this month’s “Meet the Cue Maker” Cory Barnhart, 51, is a lifelong resident of Martinsburg, West Virginia. There he resides with his wife Michelle and their 2 children; daughter Morgan and son […]
Jim Pierce
Focused on playability? We’ve got you covered. A cue maker that describes himself as a pool player first. This month’s “Meet the Cue Maker” features Jim Pierce of Pierce Custom Cues. Jim Pierce, 50 resides in American Falls, Idaho with his girlfriend Amy and their two Shih Tzus Lula and Jazzy. Although presently in Idaho, […]
Larry Vigus
His cues may be known for their elegant silver designs, but they certainly earn gold in our book. This Month’s “Meet the Cue Maker” features Larry Vigus of Vigus Cues. Larry Vigus, 60 Resides in Anna, Texas. He lives there with his wife Barbara and youngest child Brock, age 19. Larry was first introduced to […]
Ariel Carmeli
The best part about being a cue maker? The ability to “be a stay-at-home dad.” Ariel Carmeli of Carmeli Custom Cues appreciates the finer things in life and is this month’s feature of “Meet the Cue Maker.” Ariel Carmeli, 52, resides in Eastvale, California with his wife Debra and their family. Prior to becoming a […]
Eddie Cohen
Looks and Personality! These cues have it all. You’ll not only love them for their sleek designs, but also their playability. Say Hello to Eddie Cohen of Cohen Cues in this month’s “Meet the Cue Maker”. Eddie Cohen, 36, resides in Cerritos, California with his family and 2 dogs. While growing up, his hobbies ranged […]
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