Cue Tip - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of Cue Tip

Cue Tip is a billiards term that is a part of Pool Cue Terminology.

The cue tip is the piece of the pool cue that is made from leather and actually physically strikes the cue ball during the execution of a shot. The cue tip must be maintained periodically so that it remains appropriate for consistent shooting.

See: tip for more on the meaning of "Cue Tip".

Cue Tip - Usage

What types of maintenance do you do on your cue tip?

Cue Tip - Origin and History

The pool cue tip was invented by Francois Mingaud in 1815.

Billiards - Cue Tip

Title: Cue Tip
Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
Published: 4/9/2006
Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:49:02 AM
Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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