Description
The 1066 Billiards Earl 012 is a premium 2-piece ash snooker cue designed for players who prefer a slightly shorter cue with a confident, forward-balanced playing feel. At 57″ in length, it offers a compact alternative to traditional 58″ and longer cues while retaining the construction quality, substantial playing weight and refined finish expected from the Earl range.
Weighing 18.3oz with a 19″ balance point, the Earl 012 delivers a distinctive combination of manoeuvrability and forward presence. Its shorter length allows for a compact, comfortable setup, while the balance point positions enough weight towards the front to create a settled feel through the stroke. This makes it particularly appealing to players who favour a controlled, flowing cue action without wanting an overly heavy cue.
The 9.5mm tip provides a familiar and versatile contact point for snooker, while the 30.1mm butt offers a comfortable grip with a moderately slim profile. Its selected ash shaft features the traditional grain patterns associated with quality snooker cues, complemented by an individual 8-slice butt design that gives the Earl 012 its own distinctive appearance.
Cue Features
The Earl 012 is constructed from selected ash, providing the natural feedback and responsive playing characteristics that have made ash a preferred material for snooker cues. The visible grain adds traditional character, while the shaft offers the familiar feel appreciated by players who prefer classic timber cue construction.
Its 2-piece centre-joint design provides the convenience of easy transport and storage while maintaining the solid connection expected from a premium playing cue. Unlike basic 2-piece cues often marketed towards beginners, the Earl range is intended for players who deliberately choose a centre joint and want a higher standard of construction and finish.
The 57″ length is one of the defining characteristics of the Earl 012. Combined with its 18.3oz weight and 19″ balance point, it creates a playing profile that feels compact without being excessively light. The relatively forward weight distribution gives the cue a positive presence during delivery, providing an interesting alternative to shorter cues with a more centrally positioned balance.
Completing the cue is a detailed 8-slice butt construction, adding visual depth and individuality while maintaining the traditional appearance of a premium ash snooker cue.
Cue Specifications
Cue Type: 2-piece (centre joint)
Shaft Material: Ash
Tip Size: 9.5mm
Length: 57″
Weight: 18.3oz
Butt Diameter: 30.1mm
Balance Point: 19″
Why Choose the Earl 012?
The Earl 012 is particularly well suited to players who prefer the handling characteristics of a 57″ snooker cue but still want a stable, forward-weighted feel. Its 19″ balance point provides a noticeable sense of presence towards the front, while the 18.3oz overall weight keeps the cue manageable and responsive.
The combination of a 9.5mm tip and 30.1mm butt offers familiar playing proportions, making the Earl 012 an attractive option for players who value a comfortable grip and precise cue ball contact. Its individual specifications also allow players to choose a cue based on their preferred playing characteristics rather than simply selecting a standard length and weight.
For those seeking a high-quality 2-piece snooker cue in Australia, the Earl 012 combines selected ash, premium centre-joint construction and a distinctive 8-slice butt design in a practical format that is stocked, finished and ready to play.
