{"product_id":"viking-pool-cue-im0400","title":"Viking Impero IM0400 Pool Cue | Vikore Shaft","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViking Impero IM0400 Pool Cue\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your game with the Viking Impero IM0400 Pool Cue — a premium, American-made billiards cue that delivers striking craftsmanship and professional-level performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IM0400 features a rich South American Cocobolo forearm and butt sleeve, one of the most visually striking hardwoods in cue making. The sleeve is accented with Cocobolo, Birdseye Maple, and Black IMA Rings, creating a bold, layered look that stands out on any pool table. A black with orange speck Irish linen wrap provides a secure, comfortable grip shot after shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the IM0400 is Viking's ViKORE Performance Shaft — engineered for accuracy, consistency, and low deflection. Paired with a Tiger Everest Laminated Tip, this cue is built to respond precisely to your stroke, whether you're running racks or playing safe. The Viking Quick Release Joint and Black IMA Butt Cap round out a component package designed for serious players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e33 Silver, South American Cocobolo, Birdseye Maple and Black IMA Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eViKORE Performance Shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTiger Everest Laminated Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eViking Quick Release Joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eDouble Pressed Black\/Orange Irish Linen Wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: E\u003cspan\u003everest® Laminated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eFerrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: Viking SUPER Ferrule, capped and threaded onto the shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eWrap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e100% Irish Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eShaft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: ViKORE Hard Rock Maple (Aged 5 years) \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extreme Control \u0026amp; Accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 to 11 turnings over 18 to 24 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eTaper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: 12\" to 14\" Pro Taper \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: Ultra-violet Urethane 3 coat finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eForearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: South American Cocobolo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eJoint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eHigh Impact Black (IMA), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflat faced with a brass insert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003ePin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: Viking 5\/16 x 18 Quick Release, Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eButtPlate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: High Impact Modified Acrylic with Viking Logo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eBumper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: Threaded Rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e: Lifetime, including warpage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginning in 2024, all Viking cue models are built with a slimmer butt taper - \u003cstrong\u003e1.250 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to the previous \u003cstrong\u003e1.295 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e. This updated profile provides a more comfortable grip and improved stroke control for today's players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; margin: 0; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003eViking cues also include a \u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e (warpage included). 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