Viking Defender DF1200 (VIKRDF1200)

Name: Viking Defender DF1200
Brand: Viking
SKU: VIKRDF1200
Availability: OutOfStock

$1,400.00

The Viking Defender DF1200 features high-end design with polished finish, premium maple, and Quick Release joint. Made in the USA.

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SKU: VIKRDF1200 Categories: Pool Cues, Viking Cues, Viking Defender Cues Tag: VikingStore Brand: Viking

The Viking Defender DF1200 is a Viking playing cue sold by Quarter King Billiards. It has a Viking Quick Release joint and a classic wood shaft. It lists at $1,400, with free shipping over $98 and 30-day returns.

Description

The Viking Defender DF1200 is a high-end Defender series model that combines premium design refinement with the unshakable reliability the collection is built on. Viking has been manufacturing American-made pool cues in Madison, Wisconsin since 1965, and the upper-tier Defenders like the DF1200 represent the pinnacle of their dependability-first design philosophy.

The DF1200 features detailed accent work and a polished finish that elevates it well above the entry Defenders. It is a cue for experienced players who have been around long enough to know that consistency wins matches — and who want their equipment to reflect that understanding.

Premium North American hard rock maple
High-end Defender design with polished finish
Viking Quick Release stainless steel joint
Irish linen wrap for premium grip
58-inch standard length with weight options
Made in the USA with lifetime warranty

Additional information

Weight	3.5 lbs
Color	Black, Tan
Wrap Type	Leather Wrap
Joint Type	Viking Quick Release
Cue Type	Playing
Shaft Type	Classic Wood

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Specifications

Specifications for Viking Defender DF1200
Color	Black, Tan
Wrap Type	Leather Wrap
Joint Type	Viking Quick Release
Cue Type	Playing
Shaft Type	Classic Wood
SKU	VIKRDF1200
Shipping Weight	3.5 lbs

Questions about this cue

What joint does the Viking Defender DF1200 use?

It uses a Viking Quick Release joint. That means any Viking Quick Release 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 Viking Quick Release before ordering — joints are not cross-compatible.

Is this a carbon fiber or wood shaft cue?

The Viking Defender DF1200 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 Viking Defender DF1200 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.

What kind of grip does it have?

The grip is leather wrap. Irish linen wicks sweat and stays tacky, leather is plush and premium, and a no-wrap finish is fast and needs no maintenance. If your hands run warm, linen is usually the safer pick.

Is Quarter King an authorized Viking dealer?

Yes. We are an authorized Viking 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 August 18, 2026. Ask us about this cue

Compatible Shafts

This cue uses a Viking Quick Release joint, so these shafts thread straight onto it. Not sure? Send us the cue and we will confirm the fit before you buy.