Quina - The Rare and Durable Pool Cue Wood
Quina, or Myroxylon peruiferum, is a rare and exotic hardwood prized for its beauty and durability. With its unique grain pattern and deep, rich color, Quina makes for stunning pool cues that will turn heads. The natural oils in Quina make it resistant to moisture and decay, ensuring that your pool cue will last for years.
Strong Enough to Withstand the Toughest Shots
When it comes to making pool cues, strength and durability are critical. Quina is one of the strongest hardwoods available, making it the ideal choice for creating pool cues that can withstand even the most challenging shots. With its high density and tight grain pattern, Quina provides the perfect combination of strength and flexibility necessary for optimal pool table performance.
It a Rare and Unique Wood for Serious Players
Quina is a rare and highly sought-after hardwood only found in some areas of South America. Its scarcity and unique characteristics make it a top choice for serious pool players who demand the best. By choosing Quina for your pool cue, you are getting a superior product and a piece of history and tradition that has been prized for centuries.
Ethically Sourced and Environmentally Friendly
We believe in sustainable and responsible business practices. That's why we only source Quina from certified sustainable forests that meet our strict environmental and ethical standards. You can feel good knowing you support a sustainable and environmentally friendly product by choosing Quina for your pool cue.
Material:
QUINA - MYROXYLON PERUIFERUM
Source-Southern Mexico, South America
Quinhas a fair degree of color variation between boards of Quina, ranging from a lighter golden brown to a darker purplish red or burgundy. The color tends to turn more red/purple with age. Quartersawn sections can show a striped or ribbon pattern.
Quina has a noticeable blunting effect on cutting edges. Operational characteristics are rated fair to poor due to its density and interlocked grain. Staining or gluing can sometimes be problematic, though the wood finishes nicely.
PLEASE NOTE: Besides our standard return policy conditions, all costs incurred to ship wood back to Atlas will be at the buyer's expense. The wood cannot be machined and must have our stamp on it.
