Viking Pool Cue Care
Schmidt
Billiards and Game Rooms is authorized Viking Internet dealer.
Can I change
the weight in my Viking cue?
All current models of Viking cues feature an adjustable weight-bolt
system. You should return to
Schmidt Billiards and Game Rooms to have the weight adjusted in your
cue. We do not recommend you change the weight yourself.
How should I
care for my Viking cue tip?
We suggest a Brad scuffer for shaping and scuffing. The Tip-Pik tool
works well for preparing the tip to hold chalk better. Tip curvature
should be similar to that of either a dime or nickel, depending on
personal preference.
How
often should I replace the tip on my Viking cue?
You should replace the tip as often as necessary so as to avoid any
damage to the ferrule. Do not let the curvature of the tip get down to
the ferrule.
What is side pressure?
Side pressure is any force exerted upon the cue from the side. Cues are
made to withstand significant straight-line impact when the tip
appropriately makes contact with the cue ball. Side pressure can result
from a number of circumstances:
- leaning a cue against the wall, stool, or table
- laying your cue on the table with the butt resting on the rail
- whipping your cue around like a sword
- breaking with too much follow through
- moving balls with the shaft of your cue
- dropping your cue on the floor
- slamming your cue against the table or on the bed of the table
in frustration
Obviously, there are other forms of side pressure. We have listed the
most common forms. Side pressure may not necessarily result in immediate
external damage to the cue. An interior fracture may occur. The interior
fracture will then make its way to the surface of the cue when
continuously used in normal play or if exposed to any form of additional
side pressure. Damages as a result of any of the aforementioned forms of
side pressure are not covered under warranty nor are any circumstances
of side pressure.
How can I avoid applying side pressure to my Viking cue?
First and foremost, never loan your cue to anyone. No one will take care
of your cue as well as you will. If you must lean your cue against a
wall, do so at the slightest possible angle away from foot traffic.
Obtain a cue holder. Lay your cue flat on the bed of the table. That
will not only prevent any circumstance of side pressure, but it will
also prevent your opponent from breaking until you are ready.
How should I store my
Viking cue?
We recommend you store your Viking cue in a protective cue case at room
temperature. Do not store your cue in a rack in the basement. Do not
leave your cue in your car in the hot sun or cold weather. As a general
rule of thumb, if you are not using your cue, store it in a cue case and
tuck it away under your bed or in a closet, but not in your car or
basement.
Can I use a piece of a brown paper bag, a dollar bill, or sandpaper to
smooth my Viking cue shaft?
Yes. Using a piece of a brown paper bag works well if you need to smooth
your Viking cue shaft in a hurry and don't have access to anything else.
We caution against using regular sandpaper unless it has very fine grit
(600 and up). Sandpaper can remove the original finish or sealant and
reduce the diameter of the shaft if sanded too much. Using 000 steel
wool works fine too, but be careful not to overuse it. We suggest you
use the Q-Wiz cue shaft conditioning disc to smooth and polish your cue
shaft.
Can I use any kind of after-market product to care for my Viking cue?
Yes. Read the instructions carefully so as to avoid any potential damage
to your Viking cue.
For more on Viking Cues please check links
on this site. For
pool cue repair and
cue tip repair please visit
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