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Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue (MCDVQ1)

Name: Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue
Brand: McDermott
SKU: MCDVQ1
Availability: InStock

Original price was: $975.00.Current price is: $877.50.

The McDermott Vanquish VQ1 is a full carbon fiber cue — zero warping, ultra-low deflection. McDermott engineering meets modern technology.

4 in stock

SKU: MCDVQ1 Categories: McDermott Pool Cues, McDermott Vanquish Cues, Pool Cues Brand: McDermott

The Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue is a McDermott playing cue sold by Quarter King Billiards. It has a Stainless steel joint and a 3/8 x10 carbon fiber shaft. It is in stock at $878, with free shipping over $98 and 30-day returns.

Description

The McDermott Vanquish VQ1 is McDermott’s entry into the full carbon fiber playing cue market — and they did not hold back. McDermott Cue Manufacturing, based in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin since 1975, has been at the forefront of cue innovation for nearly five decades, and the Vanquish series represents their most technologically advanced offering to date.

The VQ1 features a full carbon fiber construction that eliminates every weakness of traditional wood cues — no warping, no humidity sensitivity, no need for maintenance. Combined with McDermott’s engineering expertise, the Vanquish delivers ultra-low deflection, incredible consistency, and a playing experience that stays identical whether it is January in Wisconsin or August in Florida.

Full carbon fiber construction — shaft and butt
Ultra-low deflection for maximum accuracy
Zero warping — completely immune to environmental changes
McDermott Quick Release joint system
No maintenance — no conditioning or sealing ever needed
Lifetime warranty against defects
Made by McDermott in Wisconsin

The Vanquish VQ1 is McDermott’s answer to the carbon fiber revolution — backed by nearly 50 years of American cue-making expertise. If you trust McDermott with wood, trust them with carbon fiber.

Additional information

Weight	975 lbs
Dimensions	33 × 3 in
Tip	Black
Ferrule	29" Defy Carbon Fiber w/ hybrid taper
Shaft	3/8 x10
Pin	Stainless steel
Collar	Carbon fiber
Forearm	American Flag
Butt Sleeve	Stainless steel
Butt Plate	McDermott plug bumper- BUMPMCDL
Bumper	Yes
Weight Changable	VBP
Type of weight bolt	No
Comes With Joint Protector?	No
Comes With Extension?	No
Made in	No
Cue Type	Playing
Shaft Type	Carbon Fiber
Color	Black, Blue, Red

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Weight & Balance

This cue is offered in No, VBP. A lighter cue is easier to accelerate for a whippy, spin-friendly stroke; a heavier cue plants more solidly and drives the cue ball with less effort. Most players settle between 19 and 20 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue
Tip	Black
Ferrule	29" Defy Carbon Fiber w/ hybrid taper
Shaft	3/8 x10
Pin	Stainless steel
Collar	Carbon fiber
Forearm	American Flag
Butt Sleeve	Stainless steel
Butt Plate	McDermott plug bumper- BUMPMCDL
Bumper	Yes
Weight Changable	VBP
Type of weight bolt	No
Comes With Joint Protector?	No
Comes With Extension?	No
Made in	No
Cue Type	Playing
Shaft Type	Carbon Fiber
Color	Black, Blue, Red
SKU	MCDVQ1
Shipping Weight	975 lbs

Questions about this cue

What joint does the Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue use?

It uses a Stainless steel joint. That means any Stainless steel 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 Stainless steel before ordering — joints are not cross-compatible.

What shaft diameter is the Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue?

This cue ships with a 3/8 x10 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 Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue comes with a Carbon Fiber 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 Vanquish VQ1 Carbon Fiber Playing Cue 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 McDermott dealer?

Yes. We are an authorized McDermott 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. Because this one is over $600, a 10% restocking fee applies to the return.

Specs checked and written up by Quarter King Billiards. Last reviewed October 24, 2026. Ask us about this cue