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Break Cues

Hard-structured cues designed for break shots.

Complete Cues 22
One-Piece Cues
Break Cues 6
Jump Cues 5
Shafts 10
Butts 6
Extensions 4

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About Break Cues

A break cue differs from a playing cue by a hard phenolic or G10 tip, a stiffer shaft and usually more weight, so it transfers more energy into the rack without ruining your playing tip. The most listed models are Predator BK-Rush and BK3, Mezz Power Break, Cuetec Breach, Komodo and Poison. Many are break-jump cues with a detachable section that turns them into a jump cue.

A break cue is a second purchase, once you play 8-ball, 9-ball or 10-ball competitively and the break decides the rack. For recreational play a complete cue with a harder tip is enough. Separate jump cues and all billiard cues in one place; how to match a cue to your game is in the guide which billiard cue to buy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which billiard cue should a beginner buy?
For a beginner a complete 1-piece or 2-piece cue weighing 18–20 oz with a 12–13 mm tip is enough. Good starter brands: Cuetec, Mezz Axi, Predator Sport II, Lucasi Hybrid. Break and jump cues are for intermediate players — start with one universal cue and a case.
Predator or Mezz — which is better?
Predator (USA) and Mezz (Japan) are top brands. Predator dominates the US and pool tour with Revo (composite) and P3 (wood) shafts. Mezz is Japanese precision — PowerBreak, EC7, Axi models. Choice comes down to feel and aesthetics — both are professional-grade. Main cue price: $500–2000.
What is a break cue and jump cue?
A break cue is used for the break shot — heavier (19–21 oz), with a harder tip (bakelite/phenolic) for maximum energy transfer. A jump cue is short (~40–110 cm) used to jump over a blocking ball. In tournaments players carry 3 cues: play cue, break cue, jump cue.
How much does a good billiard cue cost?
Basic playable complete cue: $130–400 (Cuetec, Lucasi, Mezz Sport). Mid-tier tournament: $400–1000 (Predator P3/K3, Mezz EC7). Professional: $1000–4000 (Predator Revo, Mezz Ignite, custom). Shafts separately: $400–1300. Used premium cues in good condition often sell for half retail.