{"product_id":"meucci-raze-4-2","title":"Meucci Raze-4 Pool Cue (2)","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e The Cue Pictured is the Actual Cue and not a stock photo.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-meucci-raze4\"\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" class=\"bb-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bb-spec-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeucci Raze-4 Pool Cue - Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bb-spec-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5mm UltraSkin Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polycarbonate ferrule for a soft hit, now made more durable than the original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Meucci Pro Shaft, 29\" long, with a 14\"–16\" pro taper. Shaft collar has a ring that matches the butt joint collar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat-faced wood-to-wood joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePin:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/16 x 18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForearm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jatoba wood with 4 ivory-colored plastic points encased in orange and black veneer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coated natural Irish linen with tan speck accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSleeve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jatoba wood above black and silver rings that encase black slender vertical checks at the top of an ivory-colored butt plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five-proof urethane coating, including the wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBumper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic push-in rubber bumper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Everlock adjustable weight system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e No implied manufacturers warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bb-product-heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeucci Raze-4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meucci Raze-4 cue stick is made with a Jatoba wood forearm and sleeve, featuring 4 ivory-colored points encased in orange and black veneer. It has a coated natural Irish linen wrap with tan speck accents and comes standard with The Meucci Pro Shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meucci Pro Shaft is a 29\" shaft with a 14\"–16\" pro taper, 12.5mm UltraSkin Medium tip, and traditional polycarbonate ferrule. This cue uses a flat-faced wood-to-wood joint with a 5\/16 x 18 pin and Meucci’s Everlock adjustable weight system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-disclosure-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Disclosure on This Meucci Raze-4 Inventory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Budget Billiards, we believe in full transparency about the products we sell. This Raze-4 inventory has known cosmetic and finish-related issues that should be understood before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-disclosure-box\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeneer and dye changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e According to information provided to us at the time, Meucci adjusted the color penetration process by over diluting the dye while staining the veneer. The point material was also changed from maple veneer to a softer poplar veneer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e These changes altered the contrast of the points. Instead of the rich black point appearance found on earlier examples, these cues may show a more muted, blotchy gray appearance with less color saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoplar veneer characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The replacement poplar veneer points are thicker, less richly colored, and more prone to color bleeding during the finish process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellowing disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some vendors may describe this type of yellowing as a golden vintage-style patina. We prefer to disclose it plainly as finish yellowing that developed rapidly after manufacture due to a chemical reaction in the finish process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStored inventory:\u003c\/strong\u003e These cues began yellowing within months of manufacture. The manufacturer declined warranty coverage for these cosmetic issues at the time, and the model was later discontinued. Due to these quality concerns, we have kept this inventory stored since its March 2023 manufacture date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-quote-box\"\u003e“The aesthetic appeal of the cue is not covered by our manufacturer warranty, [...] and each dealer takes on the responsibility of moving the SKUs they purchase from us. Aesthetic variations do not impact the usability of the product.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Seth \u0026amp; Jeremy, Owners of Meucci Cues, LLC\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReturn Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBudget Billiards offers a 60-day return policy, allowing customers the option to return this cue as long as it remains in the same condition in which it was received, with no chalking, play wear, dents, dings, or other signs of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeucci cues come with a limited one-year manufacturer’s warranty that applies only to qualifying defects affecting structural integrity or performance. Cosmetic issues, finish yellowing, color variation, minor flaws, warpage, dings, and dents should not be expected to qualify for manufacturer warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review the photos carefully before purchasing. We are disclosing these issues in advance so customers understand the exact nature of this Raze-4 inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-recommendations\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWe recommend the following American-made cue brands for their superior warranty and support:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bb-guide-link\"\u003eFor a detailed comparison of how these warranties stack up, see our guide: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pool-cue-warranties-compared-what-players-should-know\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePool Cue Warranties Compared: What Players Should Know\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-brand-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-brand-card\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pechauer-pool-cues\"\u003ePechauer Cues\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAmerican-made, lifetime warranty including warpage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-brand-card\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcdermott-pool-cues\"\u003eMcDermott Cues\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAmerican-made, lifetime warranty including warpage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-brand-card\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viking_cues\"\u003eViking Cues\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAmerican-made, lifetime warranty including warpage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-brand-card\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/joss-pool-cues\"\u003eJoss Cues\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAmerican-made with a lifetime craftsmanship warranty; 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