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Antique Brunswick Ebony “Rambow Style” Pool Cue
This 57-inch two-piece cue is a stunning example of the transition into the “Golden Era” of custom cue design. Featuring a heavy influence from the legendary cuemaker Herman Rambow, this Brunswick model combines high-density tropical hardwoods with the classic aesthetic hallmarks of a professional player’s instrument.
Construction & Custom Details
The use of ebony and ivory in this configuration suggests a top-of-the-line catalog offering or a semi-custom order from the early to mid-20th century.
Ebony Four-Point Butt: The deep, black ebony points provide maximum natural weight and a rigid hit, favored by straight-pool and billiards masters for superior cue ball control.
“Rambow Style” Ivory Butt Cap: This oversized or distinctively shaped ivory cap is a tribute to the style popularized by Herman Rambow, the resident cuemaker at Brunswick’s Chicago headquarters.
Ivory Name Plate: A dedicated ivory inset for the owner’s name or initials, marking this as a personalized, premium piece of equipment.
Ivory Joint & Ferrule: The ivory-to-ivory connection at the joint provides the “soft” yet communicative feedback that modern synthetic joints struggle to replicate.
Linen Wrap Handle: A high-quality pressed linen wrap provides the professional-grade grip necessary for high-stakes play.
Did you know? Herman Rambow was so influential at Brunswick that his specific “formula” for balance and taper became the blueprint for what many consider the greatest playing cues ever made.
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