Darren Appleton is founder of Dynamite Billiards. Using decades of professional playing experience, passion and knowledge for the game, Darren has helped design the Diamond Series range of cues, that are manufactured to his preferred specification by a renowned high-quality factory, to help aspiring pool players take their game to the next level. These cues have been tested and approved by Darren himself, before being released to market.

Darren has achieved the American Pool Grand Slam, being World Pool Champion, World Pool Masters Champion, US Open Champion, World Cup Winner and 8-time Mosconi Cup Winner. A fighter on and off the table, these cues reflect his personality – charismatic, relentless and strong like a diamond.

American Pool is a cue sport that requires the application of English (side spin) on most shots to manoeuvre the cue ball around the table. What makes these cues so special, is the premium high-grade Canadian maple shaft. With 85% clean grain, this shaft is suitable for professional players, and has been expertly tapered to reduce deflection, improving your potting accuracy when using spin. The 12.5mm medium density Everest tip, selected from the finest quality pig skins in the world, provides optimal access to all points on the cue ball for maximum manipulation and reaction.

A genuine black Irish linen grip gives premium comfort when handling the cue, coupled with a wood-to wood joint that absorbs vibration from shots, presenting the ultimate feel for striking the cue ball. The Diamond Series has sophisticated modern decals on the cue butt for a vivid expression of character to complement its pinpoint accuracy. Selected and tested by one of the most credible names in American Pool, join the Dynamite Team and cue your game to greater heights!

Spare premium Dynamite Billiards maple shafts are also available to buy separately in 12mm and 11.5mm sizes, giving players the choice of even more power, accuracy, spin with super low deflection. 

Features:

• 58 Inch (147cm) two-piece centre joint American Pool cue, designed and endorsed by multiple World Champion Darren Appleton
• Butt measures 78cm (including joint) and shaft measures 74 cm
• Low deflection, stiff tapered shaft that has been expertly crafted – makes it easier to pot balls with sidespin and control the cue ball
• The premium high-grade Canadian maple shaft is 85% clean grains and suitable for professional players
• The super smooth wax finish on the shaft allows it to effortlessly glide through the hand
• 12.5mm layered Everest pig-skin tip – optimal for potting and application of sidespin on 2 ¼” American Pool cue ball
• High performance white nylon ferrule, resistant to cracking, chipping, and breaking
• Black UV coated butt with unique Dynamite Billiards decal design
• Radial joint pin - The radial pin gives a stiffer more solid hit and more feedback through the cue – it is the preferred joint of many professionals
• Genuine black Irish linen wrap for a comfortable grip and handling of the cue
• Dynamite Billiards logo on butt end with rubber butt end protector for added protection against knocks and bumps
• Metal extension joint in butt end (6” carbon fibre extension available separately)
• Balance point is approx. 19 inches from the butt end
• Spare 12mm and 11.5mm premium maple shafts available to buy separately
• Cue weights available – 18oz, 19oz, 20oz and 21oz, request a weight and we’ll do our best to match it!