(Item 52)

This Antique Brunswick Ebony Spliced Wedge Cue is a masterwork of early 20th-century billiard engineering and artistry. Signed: Harry W. Leroy Lake, this two-piece cue showcases the incredibly complex “reverse splice” techniques that defined high-end custom cues of the era.

Technical Specifications & Materials

  • Length: 57 1/2″ overall.

  • Butt Construction: Solid ebony butt featuring two sets of triple spliced butterflies and four sets of triple spliced points in reverse.

  • Inlay Detail: A signature Mother of Pearl (MOP) inset wedge surrounded by vibrant colored veneers, creating a striking visual contrast against the dark ebony.

  • Shaft & Joint: An ebony shaft paired with a double ivory joint and an ivory ferrule, ensuring a stiff, traditional hit.

  • Hardware: Features an ivory butt cap and a specialized Eisenmeister wrap for a superior grip.

Craftsmanship & Provenance

The signature of Harry W. Leroy Lake marks this as a piece of significant historical interest. The intricate use of triple splicing—where three layers of contrasting veneers are used in each point and butterfly—requires a level of precision rarely seen in modern mass-produced cues. The “wedge” design is a classic Brunswick hallmark, often reserved for their most prestigious professional models.

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