{"product_id":"joss-authentic-traditional-shaft-black-ring","title":"Joss Authentic Traditional Shaft Black Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoss Traditional Shaft Black Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJoss Traditional Shaft Black Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together the traditional construction of a Joss shaft with improvements developed through decades of cue making and testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the last 40-plus years, I have changed many parts of the Joss Cue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI believe these changes have resulted in better-playing, more consistent, and longer-lasting cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Return to the Traditional Joss Ferrule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Joss Cues began in 1968, our ferrules were generally between one-half and seven-eighths of an inch long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, ferrule designs and installation methods have changed as I continued to look for ways to improve performance and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter conducting several “on-the-road” tests with new \u003cstrong\u003eGorget© ferrules\u003c\/strong\u003e and different installation methods, I decided that the older approach may have been the better one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor that reason, the \u003cstrong\u003eJoss Traditional Shaft Black Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e features our original-style \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4-inch capped Gorget ferrule\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ferrule is threaded and glued onto a shorter wood tenon, creating a strong and secure connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Feel and Improved Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI believe this construction provides a better hit and feel while also improving durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shorter wood tenon has less opportunity to flex or hinge during the stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, it can help reduce unintended action on the cue ball while providing the solid response associated with a traditional Joss shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe capped ferrule design also maintains the classic appearance and playing characteristics that Joss players have known for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional 5\/16 x 14 Brass Insert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaft uses the traditional \u003cstrong\u003e5\/16 x 14 brass insert\u003c\/strong\u003e, a joint configuration long associated with Joss Cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brass insert provides a secure connection and contributes to the solid, familiar feel of a traditional Joss cue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e10-inch professional taper\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a comfortable stroke, while the \u003cstrong\u003emedium Triangle tip\u003c\/strong\u003e offers dependable performance and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJoss Traditional Shaft Black Ring Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4″ capped Gorget© ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Triangle tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaper:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10″ professional taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 5\/16 x 14 brass insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional black shaft ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional wood shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood is a natural substance whose grain and color vary greatly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Joss shaft reflects our commitment to traditional cue making, performance, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have been building cues at Joss since 1979 and was honored to receive the \u003cstrong\u003e2017 American Cuemakers Association Cue Maker of the Year Award\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProudly Made in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49795762651395,"sku":"JOSS-SHAFT-BLACK","price":174.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1627\/1971\/files\/Standard_shaft_black_ring-1.jpg?v=1791774583","url":"https:\/\/goldenwestgames.com\/products\/joss-authentic-traditional-shaft-black-ring","provider":"Goldenwestgames","version":"1.0","type":"link"}