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Players HXT Low-Deflection Shaft – 12.75mm, 5/16×18 Piloted (HXT 18SRP)
Original price was: $219.00.$189.00Current price is: $189.00.
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Players’ HXT18-SRP brings the HXT low-deflection shaft together with a maple butt and the brand’s straightforward production hardware. The HXT shaft is the genuine differentiator at this tier — it gives players a real taste of low-deflection behavior without leaving the budget price range Players built its name on. A smart fit for newer league players, casual weekly competitors, or anyone who wants better English response than a basic starter cue can deliver. Entry-level on price, a step above on shaft.
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The Players HXT Low-Deflection Shaft - 12.75mm, 5/16x18 Piloted is a Players classic wood pool cue shaft sold by Quarter King Billiards. It has a 5/16X18 Piloted joint and a 12.75mm tip. It lists at $189, with free shipping over $98 and 30-day returns.
Additional information
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Joint Type | 5/16X18 Piloted |
| Shaft Size | 12.75mm |
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Specifications
| Joint Type | 5/16X18 Piloted |
|---|---|
| Shaft Size | 12.75mm |
| Cue Type | Playing |
| Shaft Type | Classic Wood |
| SKU | HXT 18SRP |
Questions about this cue
What joint does the Players HXT Low-Deflection Shaft - 12.75mm, 5/16x18 Piloted use?
It uses a 5/16X18 Piloted joint. That means any 5/16X18 Piloted shaft will thread straight onto this butt, so you can add a spare or upgrade later without changing cues. If you are matching a shaft you already own, check its pin against 5/16X18 Piloted before ordering — joints are not cross-compatible.
What shaft diameter is the Players HXT Low-Deflection Shaft - 12.75mm, 5/16x18 Piloted?
This cue ships with a 12.75mm shaft. Thinner shafts put more spin on the cue ball and feel crisper through the stroke; larger diameters feel fuller and are more forgiving on off-centre hits. Neither is better — it comes down to how you like the cue to hit.
Is this a carbon fiber or wood shaft cue?
The Players HXT Low-Deflection Shaft - 12.75mm, 5/16x18 Piloted comes with a Classic Wood shaft. Carbon fiber will not warp, ignores humidity and deflects less; quality maple gives the traditional feel a lot of players still prefer. Both play at a high level, so pick the one that matches how you want the cue to feel.
What is the Players HXT Low-Deflection Shaft - 12.75mm, 5/16x18 Piloted built for?
It is set up as a playing cue. Playing cues are balanced for control on shot-making, break cues are heavier with a harder tip for power transfer, and jump cues are short and light to get the cue ball airborne. Using the right one also protects your playing cue from break wear.
Is Quarter King an authorized Players dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized Players dealer, so this cue is genuine and carries the full manufacturer warranty against warpage and defects in workmanship. Warranty claims go through us — you do not have to deal with the factory yourself.
How fast does it ship, and can I return it?
Shipping is free on orders over $98 in the contiguous US, $5.50 flat otherwise, and you get tracking as soon as it moves. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unchalked, unused product — contact us first for a return authorization so it is credited without delay.
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