Ice & Fire: Crafting Two Pool Cues From Scratch (No Talking, Just Woodworking)

[@nathanrodriguez3268]

Dude.... Seriously hats off to the level of detail in not only the cue building but also the video and all the subtle angles/focus. Truly amazing! Lots of people do not understand or appreciate the level of detail and craft that go into making a custom cue and your videos.

[@truss6282]

Fantastic isn't it

[@derekrison8461]

You put your heart and soul into your work. It doesn't matter what you are doing. I can tell you are always learning and getting better at your craft/s. If it's pool cues or CNC machines, you want it to be correct and as perfect as you can get. Thanks for the display of craftsmanship you show in all your videos. It's really a great day when I see a Studiotronics new video pop up!

[@sixcues]

2 Beautiful Cues Eddie! I'd say you're no longer a beginner!! Always nice to get new equipment!!

[@kyleosbon9807]

Beautiful cues. With every cue, you find ways to set the bar higher and higher. Your pasion and love for the craft truly shines in your cues. I respect and appreciate the amount of thought and effort you put into each individual cue. I've been around a lot of high-end cues, and your work stands side by side, no doubt. Keep up the hard work and dedication. If your cues play as well as they look, there's no limit to your potential. Watching these videos makes me debate moving on from the old and trying something new. Much respect.

[@justsomeguy6474]

24:33 What a beauty that cue is!! :)

[@balanmihaigeorge]

The best cuemaker in the world, period! Words can't describe what you are doing with those pieces of wood! Pure art!

[@cheemomugdoo799]

As amazing as your cues are, I must commend you on the production and editing of these videos. They are so well done, with just enough footage and minimal exposition, it parallels your attention to detail regarding your cue making.

[@breakshot7451]

these cues are f---in gorgeous, a friend of mine has his basement almost finished to start the hobby. he watches your videos as a how to do it, and education vids. so thank you for your great channel

[@chrishardee8487]

I would absolutely love to just shadow you and watch & learn how you masterfully design and craft these beautiful pieces of art!! It's always been a dream of mine to do what you're doing, and at 52yrs old, I think I've finally convinced my wife to greenlight the purchase of a lathe, and possibly a few other cue making tools. I'm sure that most of your success has come from trial and error, so I'm looking forward to the many errors that will certainly come, and hopefully, make me 1/2 as good as you are.

[@philb9373]

I believe that these have got to be two of the most beautiful cue sticks I have ever seen. Sir you are an extremely talented individual in more than one area of expertise. Your knowledge of electronics and mechanical abilities are amazing. Bravo!

[@bill8by5]

Very impressive!!! I personally like the Ice over the Fire, but that's just me. Would love to see the Ice cue with blue, ebony and gold using the Asian Satinwood. Never been a fan of wrapped cues - these are perfect!!!

[@davidblalock1709]

I've been lucky enough to be in some pretty big cuemakers shops over the years. And I have to say, your work is right up there. Cue making is in art form in the highest degree. 👏

[@johnallen9583]

God: please let me win the lottery and I'll spend everything on 10 cues. Studiotronics gets the rest. Amazing.

[@Woodstock271]

Just discovered your channel yesterday and subscribed. Been binge-watching for hours now. I’ve had only one custom pool cue made for me decades ago and it was nice, but pales in comparison to the extraordinary beauty and craftsmanship I see in your cues. Just exquisite work. Super fun to watch the process and the technology involved in creating these masterpieces is incredible. Thanks for making my 4th of July weekend on KZbin so relaxing and enjoyable. 🤙🏼

[@PaoloRS1]

It's always great to get a new video. Thanks for taking the time to make it. Amazing work as ever. Fantastic results.

[@masonryman8183]

Man, that pop sound when you pulled that metal dowel out of what would become the white rings "2:21" reminded me of someone I once knew. I should call her. 😮‍💨

[@Stellarffxi]

Really like the fire one with the white highlights...

[@oldmanandthesea3384]

I remember the first cue I made. One lathe one milling machine and a drill press, and a lot of sharp tools. Before CNCs were made. It is nice that the new tech machines take out the drudgery of the work and allows for more artistic expression.

[@gman5051]

Always a great day when you post a new video..thanks ! Again great to see you and your craft at work 😊

[@justinteal495]

You must not have too many great days since he hardly (unfortunately) ever puts out videos😂

[@coreyano]

The Loki part came out amazing. And the upper part on the other cue was amazing. Congrats. And thx for sharing.

[@tedwoodside975]

I truly get excited when I see you've got a new video posted. Absolutely amazing work!

[@Gr1mTh3R34p3r]

I always enjoy your videos and definitely your craftsmanship on cues. You do an amazing job keep up the amazing work.

[@josephbaguma83]

Hello there your cue making is beautiful I wish I get one of those I am Ugandan I love pool very much but keep up love that

[@StrawWeaver]

Woohoo! Another studiotronics video! This makes me happy 😊 Gorgeous work 🙌

[@shaggyrogers67]

This cue is of the chains 🤯

[@ZSharkPH]

Thanks for the tour and sharing your knowledge. Very interesting to watch being an avid pool player.

[@patricksalazar2904]

Wow those are absolutely stunning wish I could afford perfection like that!!

[@FjHenderson]

Last one is the bomb

[@Strokey12]

The fire cue is ice cold and the ice cue is straight fire! Awesome work!

[@gregoryboehm7090]

Absolutely amazing pool cues. I am not sure what part I liked better, seeing all the machining CNC work or the actual outcome of the cues. I operate CNC machines at work and I have a passion for billiards also. Great video!

[@borisspleit7105]

Greetings from Slovenia! I'm enjoying every of your cuemaking videos and wish you to make many more beautiful cues. And videos, of course. Theye are so relaxing and instructive.

[@Akajspoon]

Beautiful talent brother! One day i will afford one piece of art like those. Keep up the nice work.

[@jackycoudray6029]

Great work ! And your t-shirt game is on point !

[@beltshot9707]

Hello, my name is Duke and I am in love with this game of pool. I have been playing for 20 years and I have a table that I play on regularly. I would like to learn how to do this, and almost started purchasing some equipment to get started, its how I found your videos. I just don't have time to take on this massive hobby at this time but I hope to later in life. I am curious if you have a store where you sell the cues you make? Do you do custom cues for customers? Anyway, its great watching you work, you are a true artist.

[@davidreid8835]

Absolutely gorgeous cues. I don’t know which one I like better but choosing is an extreme decision like deciding between a Monet and a Cezanne. Liked every minute of this video. Thanks.

[@williambarcal9303]

Man beautiful cues!!! Gret video always looking forward to your videos.

[@GraceMalouPasanting-b2l]

Even in dream's i connot afford to buy 1 how i wish i have one of those stick,love your work from the Philippines.

[@donaldrevels4778]

Your artistic cue making is next level.

[@elBandi89]

Good lord, what a beautiful set!

[@darrellgonzales2025]

Fantastic ...loved to have one of your masterpiece.

[@chuckgauthier5101]

Spectacular....i love how you draw your inspiration ........

[@bikegarrett]

Amazing work, awesome job with all the camara angles and detail shown, super insight into the mind of an artist creating with passion !!!!

[@mjohno9648]

Mesmerising, beautiful work..

[@joeyq1497]

Wow!!! How I wish I can afford your beautiful cues....

[@whetstonemistery]

Also your work is amazing. Keep it up.

[@riskmoon1802]

These look fantastic! Very nicely done.

[@wademeister1977]

8:26 curious why you machine that insert vs. a tenon on the other piece beautiful cues and your electrical expertise is impressive

[@Studiotronics]

Hey there, good question! I like to use phenolic for the insert for strength.

[@aliawan5490]

Another beautiful work of art brother

[@kimo_Magic_touch]

Amazing work very nice cues good luck for the next

[@edwinswa8933]

Beautiful cues !

[@mikeliebig5256]

Your TALENT is amazing

[@mdkooma]

15:18 I see your tshirt and I wonder if anyone ever made a light saber style pool cue...

[@MASI_forging]

Such a beautiful piece of art. 😊😊

[@xDeeMox]

It plays just as awesome as it looks...Thanks EO for a phenomenal cue!

[@nwcubsfan]

As the owner of the other cue...I concur.

[@nathanrodriguez3268]

@@nwcubsfan Lucky to have a cue from EO! How's the hit, can you elaborate? I know it's very subjective but for example almost everyone that has hit a Scruggs or a Lambros swear by them. I myself have hit quite a few and was just curious of your experience. Firm/crisp, soft, subtle? Thanks!

[@xDeeMox]

You’re right in that it’s 100% subjective. All I can say is that I like cues that have lots of “action”. Also have 2 Tads and 2 Jacobys. Use 12.5 soft carbon fiber shafts for all. This EO cue has the same feel for me so I love it.

[@nwcubsfan]

@@nathanrodriguez3268 I came from the metal pin world as a long-time Joss owner. This hit is next level and I love it so much. Rather than the crisp 'ping', I'm getting a solid, muted 'thump' due to the radial pin. I'm in love with the hit. I also have a full splice from Eddie that hits even nicer than this cue (which is an amazing feat since this one hits so beautifully).

[@berserker13f]

Awesome and beautiful work! 🤙🏽

[@marlonambrocio7279]

Nice cue amazing

[@mhf1979]

Bro those looks awesome beautiful 👏👏👏 By the way 4:50 that cocobolo looks sweets

[@realanthonyrealfigueroa]

Real beauty.. 👌💯 i love your work🤩

[@JoemarkCambronero]

Grabi nga design.

[@larryslucher3871]

Awesome skill work sir

[@johncrawford8469]

Amazing craftsmanship would you be able to show how they're doing butterflies with points thank you

[@Emacspirate]

Beautiful!

[@jamesfretwell1592]

just love the way you make it look so easy what can you say to someone who wonts to make cues there self any tips

[@Cuenique211]

Dear Eddie, its truly incredible what craftsmanship you show and you take cue making to another level, out of this world !!! Crazy about your firecue and seriously one of your biggest fans ;-) Also how you adapted the cnc machine and game controller , insane wicked work man 😍 Possible to post where you get this center punch and cut off tool? Have a beautiful day mister!

[@Studiotronics]

Thanks for the kind words! The center punch is a Starrett automatic center punch. It’s been left out in the rain, I’ve ran over it with my car, it’s a beast. The cut off tool is an Accusize 1/2” 2415-5024.

[@mariovannieuwenhove3719]

This is Art. ❤❤❤

[@veronicahawthorne3452]

I don’t know which cue I like more. Only the second video I’ve watched from you and I’m already hooked and a subscriber. How much do you charge for these works of art? Do you have a website with listings and prices?

[@MrLrod00]

Love your work!

[@HauNguyen-rr3ib]

Very nice

[@makale3889]

awesome, truly awesome !!

[@debatelordx]

You're getting better and better Eddie. I've owned many cues, Szamboti, Balabushka, Phillippi, so many. I like the beauty of Phillippi the best and you are getting there. My favorite playing cue was a Mike Stacey sneaky Pete that was just a freaky accident I guess, it had long ivory ferrules and just spun the ball perfectly. I loved the feel of ivory but I would never buy it now. I live in Thailand and after seeing elephants, I can't help sell their remains. You can still get Mastadon stuff that isn't petrified if you're interested in that stuff. The trick as always is how the joint works with the shafts to make the English. I am interested in how yours play and maybe I will order a sneaky Pete someday if you're selling one. Probably a Purple Heart one. I don't play like I used to since my best pool buddy died, I just don't have the desire now. Anyway, I just wanted to mention I see you getting better at this and I know how much skill and talent that takes.

[@Studiotronics]

Thanks for the kind words. Sorry to hear about your pool buddy (and I agree with you on the elephants). And you’re right about the bits that matter- joint and tip.

[@gsnicholas8522]

@@Studiotronicsif someone wants one of your cues, how do they make it happen?

[@tldamian]

That monstrosity in your shop looks like a Cottonwood Borer. I think your shop would look like a buffet to him. Amazing work man, thank you for being a true craftsman.

[@Studiotronics]

I think you’re spot on. One of the largest insects in North America. I was fond of him for a few minutes until I learned he could fly when he flew at my face. I’ve seen him a couple times since and there’s definitely some bad blood/tension now.

[@nwcubsfan]

Sic Marshy on it

[@wademeister1977]

no videos for a while. hope things are good. I enjoy your cue content

[@edsonromao6826]

Trabalho lindo, maravilhoso. Parabéns.

[@alwaysinout]

Simply amazing

[@mack_mcmillan]

*Chef's kiss*

[@dangnhutranluong]

amazing!

[@ronalddiaz4286]

❤ Amazing work as always

[@truss6282]

Just got back from the Philippines with a few hand crafted cues. I would love to have something of yours in my collection also. This is addicting. I saw you wearing a Austin TX t shirt in a previous video, is that where you're located?

[@成杆]

你好兄弟！你在成长！祝福你

[@danielheryanto19]

Big Fan with your works and videos, you said that you're using UV Cure Resin for finish? May i know what brand you use?

[@ryenmccormack2268]

Those look really nice. Not sure if you talk about this openly but new to the channel. How much did you charge for those pieces? Did I miss a link for the more business side of things versus entertainment?

[@ostpreusichersizilianer7801]

No words ❣️🤩❣️🤩❣️🤩❣️🤩❣️🤩❣️

[@ericdanielson3463]

Curious to see what ya working on next

[@epheno9154]

Amazing❤

[@TheBayanganhitam]

Wonderfull

[@raymondsthay6393]

your Cues are amazing and love watching you make them - something i always wanted to learn - these two were top notch... how would one go about ordering one and pricing ?

[@whetstonemistery]

Have you ever used a plastic called acetal I found it online and have good results with it for ferrules and vault plates. It may have a different name but is very much like delrin.

[@Crilhix]

I would love to know how I can get one of your cues been watching your videos for awhile and you make some of the most beautiful cues iv ever seen the love you put into every build is amazing so if you wouldn't mind letting me know how to get one or get in line for you to make one please

[@rammyglennresumadero5430]

When will you be posting more videos as I eagerly look forward to the new cues you make

[@apostyle]

How was your formation as a cuemaker? Did you work in a big company or had personal master to teach you?

[@chadewacker]

Very nice broski! :-)

[@BigDaddyFishes]

Really sick cue. Hey I've been emailing you about the status of when you can start my cue. LMK when you get a chance as I am excited to have you start it being dedicated to my Son!

[@hayhay1138]

Amazing art work, would love to order a custom made please.

[@denniscustard3608]

Can you provide an idea of cost for one of your cues, and time frame thank you!

[@codenamenightfox]

so how do i get my hands on one of these? do u have a site where i can order from? or is it made to order? how does it work?

[@PDYALL]

As always freaking perfection. What would the cost run on a Medusa style cue

[@gregoryboehm7090]

That would be nuts to see a cue styled after that. It is a really good idea.

[@apostyle]

How do you manage the final weight to not making them too heavy or too light?

[@gregoryboehm7090]

That is actually a good question. One I had never even thought about.

[@antonhemming163]

Hey man I'm from the Caribbean! I would like to purchase a cue and extension from you! What will it cost? Maybe I can have it shipped to someone in the US! This would make it less complicated.

[@guitareputz]

9:45 the red line maybe wrong? I don't know

[@tylerkeebs513]

been waiting for these. Nice audio btw. new mic?

[@Studiotronics]

Thanks! Still getting it dialed in. Same mic. Just new adobe audition settings. There’s a dust collector and a mini split ac and 17 fans all making weird noises and it’s a task getting those sounds isolated and removed.

[@tylerkeebs513]

Your new audio is waaay better. like im watching in a cinema. More power to you. wish that someday i could buy your cue.