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August 8 2025 By FCI Billiards Pechauer cues are renowned for their elegant and visually appealing designs. The company takes great pride in the craftsmanship of its cues, which are often handcrafted by skilled artisans. Pechauer cues offer a wide range of designs, from classic and traditional styles to more contemporary and modern cues. The cues are available in various materials, including exotic woods, which adds to their overall aesthetic appeal. In this article, we'll take a deep dive …

August 3, 2023 By FCI Billiards Pool cue storage is always an exciting topic amongst billiard enthusiasts. While most pool players agree that a well-maintained stick can elevate your play, there are disagreements on how to store pool cues and keep your cue stick playing like new. Understanding the importance of storing pool cues is essential to preserving their performance and longevity. In this article, we'll get into the different pool cue storage methods, including how to store pool stic …

The proper grip is the foundation of every shot. Learning how to hold a pool stick correctly is one of the first, and most overlooked, fundamentals in the game. This guide covers grip pressure, bridge technique, cue material, and common mistakes to avoid. In this guide Why proper grip technique matters How cue material affects your grip How to hold a pool cue: step-by-step Open bridge vs. closed bridge Common grip mistakes to avoid Frequently asked questions Why Proper Pool Grip Techniq …

Knowing the anatomy of a pool cue gives you a real advantage at the table. There are two main parts of a pool cue, the shaft and the butt. These combine to form a fully assembled cue, but each is made up of several components that affect how the cue plays, feels, and holds up over time. This guide covers every part of a pool cue so you know exactly what you are working with. In this guide Pool cue shaft Pool cue butt Why understanding pool cue anatomy can up your game Frequently asked questi …

February 15, 2023 By FCI Billiards There's a lot of debate about which style of pool cue case is best. Players that love hard pool cue cases are just as passionate as the ones who insist that soft cue cases are the way to go. When it comes to your pool cue, hard cases and soft cases offer different benefits and disadvantages. Let's take a look at both so you can decide which cue case is the right one for you. Jump to Section Pros and Cons of Hard Cases Pros and Cons of Soft Cases …