{"product_id":"english-pool-playing-cue-1-piece-8-7mm-second-edition-thuya-burl-set-2","title":"CT02\/02\/P English Pool Playing Cue 1 Piece 8.7mm - Set 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCT02\/02\/P English pool playing cue with 1 piece construction and 8.7mm tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCT02\/02\/P is the Chalky Trousers Second Edition Set 2 playing cue, built for English pool players who want a traditional full-length 1 piece feel, clear feedback and confident cue-ball control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe First Edition went better than expected, so the Second Edition keeps the same straightforward approach: carefully selected cues, clear specifications and proper preparation before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis English pool playing cue has a 1 piece construction, 8.7mm tip, brass ferrule, 18.2oz weight and 57.1\" length. The butt features Thuya burl with purple and black veneers, creating a richer, darker contrast while retaining the natural figuring of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the matching dedicated break cue from Set 2, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/english-pool-break-cue-1-piece-11mm-second-edition-carbon-ferrule-set-2\"\u003eCT02\/02\/B English Pool Break Cue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCue specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCT code: CT02\/02\/P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCue type: English pool playing cue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: 1 piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip size: 8.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerrule: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 57.1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 18.2oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish\/style: Thuya burl with purple and black veneers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition: Chalky Trousers Second Edition batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for match play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCT02\/02\/P is positioned as a playing cue, so the focus is regular match play, cue-ball control, touch and feel rather than repeated impact breaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8.7mm tip sits firmly within a familiar English pool playing range, balancing a precise contact point with a setup that should still feel familiar to regular UK 8-ball and league players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChecked properly before it carries the badge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cue is supplied to Crafted Cues for full inspection and preparation before release. Nothing is dispatched without being properly checked, refined and made table-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shaft is hand sanded and oiled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tip is professionally fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ferrule and overall construction are inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightness and balance are checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe natural grain is enhanced and protected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly once it meets the required standard does it carry the Chalky Trousers badge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a 1 piece playing cue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 1 piece cue keeps the construction full length with no main joint. Many players choose this format for its traditional feel, simplicity and direct feedback through the shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is transport and storage, as it requires a full-length 1 piece cue case rather than a shorter jointed case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatching Set 2 break cue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant a dedicated break cue from the same set? View the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/english-pool-break-cue-1-piece-11mm-second-edition-carbon-ferrule-set-2\"\u003eCT02\/02\/B English Pool Break Cue 1 Piece 11mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/help-choosing-a-new-pool-cue-uk-guide-tip-size-joint-type-weight-and-what-actually-matters\"\u003eRead the UK pool cue buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/are-break-cues-worth-it-a-simple-buyer-s-guide-for-pool-players\"\u003eRead: Are Break Cues Worth It?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/introducing-the-new-chalky-trousers-x-crafted-cues-cue-range-accessible-quality-pool-snooker-cues-built-to-compete\"\u003eLearn how Chalky Trousers cues are sourced and inspected\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cues\"\u003eShop all cues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crafted-cues-cue-oil\"\u003eAdd cue oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chalky-trousers-cue-tip-protector\"\u003eAdd a cue tip protector\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cue-towel-for-pool-snooker-billiards-microfibre-and-velvet-with-clip\"\u003ePair with a premium cue towel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCT02\/02\/P Second Edition Set 2 English pool playing cue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length 1 piece construction with 8.7mm tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18.2oz weight and 57.1\" length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThuya burl with purple and black veneers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared and quality-checked by Crafted Cues before dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching CT02\/02\/B break cue available separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat tip size is good for English pool?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip size is personal, but many English pool players choose something in the high-8mm to low-9mm range. This cue has an 8.7mm tip, making it a familiar option for players who want control without moving to an especially fine tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow are Chalky Trousers cues prepared before dispatch?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cue is supplied to Crafted Cues for inspection and preparation. The shaft is hand sanded and oiled, the tip is professionally fitted, the ferrule and construction are checked, and straightness and balance are inspected before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs a 1 piece or 3\/4 joint playing cue better?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes down to transport, storage and personal feel rather than one format being universally better. A 1 piece cue offers a traditional full-length feel, while a 3\/4 joint cue is easier to carry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalky Trousers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58269543039240,"sku":null,"price":149.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/1580\/8520\/files\/20260718_111401.jpg?v=1784581417","url":"https:\/\/chalkytrousers.co.uk\/products\/english-pool-playing-cue-1-piece-8-7mm-second-edition-thuya-burl-set-2","provider":"Chalky Trousers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}