Description
The 1066 Billiards Earl 009 is a premium 2-piece ash snooker cue with a compact 57″ length and a noticeably different playing profile to the more forward-balanced cues in the Earl range. Its 17″ balance point keeps the weight closer to the player, creating a more neutral, responsive feel that will appeal to those who prefer the cue to move freely through the stroke.
Weighing 18.3oz, the Earl 009 retains enough overall weight to feel settled without becoming cumbersome. Combined with its shorter 57″ length and rearward 17″ balance point, it produces a manoeuvrable setup that feels comfortable in the hand and allows the player to generate the cue action rather than relying on forward weight to carry the stroke.
The 30.3mm butt provides a substantial grip despite the cue’s shorter dimensions, while the 9.5mm tip offers a versatile contact point for precise snooker play. Selected ash gives the shaft its traditional grain and natural feedback, complemented by an individual 8-slice butt design that gives the Earl 009 its own distinctive finish.
Cue Features
The Earl 009 is constructed from selected ash and features a 2-piece centre joint for players who want a cue that is easier to transport without accepting the compromises commonly associated with inexpensive 2-piece snooker cues. The joint maintains a solid connection between the two sections, allowing the cue to retain the feedback and confidence expected from a quality playing cue.
What particularly distinguishes the Earl 009 is the relationship between its 57″ length and 17″ balance point. Rather than carrying its weight prominently towards the tip, this cue feels more centred towards the player's hand. For players who prefer a shorter cue with less forward pull and a freer delivery, these specifications create an interesting alternative within the Earl range.
Its detailed 8-slice butt construction completes the cue with a traditional decorative element while ensuring each Earl retains its own individual character.
Cue Specifications
Cue Type: 2-piece (centre joint)
Shaft Material: Ash
Tip Size: 9.5mm
Length: 57″
Weight: 18.3oz
Butt Diameter: 30.3mm
Balance Point: 17″
Why Choose the Earl 009?
The Earl 009 is a strong choice for players specifically looking for a shorter snooker cue with a less forward-weighted feel. At 57″ and 18.3oz, it remains substantial enough for controlled cueing, but the 17″ balance point changes how that weight is experienced during the stroke.
This makes it quite different from an Earl with similar overall weight but a 19″ or 20″ balance point. Players who prefer greater manoeuvrability, a more responsive cue action or simply less weight pulling towards the front may find the Earl 009 particularly well suited to their game.
With premium ash construction, a practical centre joint and individually measured specifications, the Earl 009 provides a genuine performance-focused option for players who prefer the convenience of a 2-piece snooker cue.
