Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty

$156.99

Xcel KS10S black pool cue shorty, 52 inches long, with a black Irish linen wrap, a black Implex butt cap and a 29-inch hard rock maple shaft. The 13 mm brown leather tip, 10 mm glossy black collar and 5/16 x 18 joint complete the build at approximately 18 oz. It belongs to the Xcel KS line, and you get a wrapped grip on a cue that fits tight spaces.

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The Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty is a Xcel playing cue sold by Quarter King Billiards. It has a 5/16X18 joint and a 13.00mm classic wood shaft. It is in stock at $157, with free shipping over $98 and 30-day returns.

Description

The Xcel KS10S is a black pool cue shorty with a linen-wrapped handle, cut to 52 inches for players who need a shorter cue. It is an entry-level model from the Xcel KS line, and it suits anyone who wants a short cue with a wrapped grip. It is the linen-wrapped counterpart to the simulated-wrap KS01S, and the two share the same 52-inch length.

Black Irish linen covers the handle, and the butt carries a black Implex cap and a compression bumper. Up front, a 100% hard rock maple shaft measures 29 inches and has a 13 mm brown leather tip and a 10 mm glossy black collar, joined to the butt with a 5/16 x 18 joint.

The look is black throughout: black linen, a black Implex butt cap and a glossy black collar. Approximate weight is 18 oz, and that is the single weight listed, so there is nothing to choose between at checkout. The black linen and the brown leather tip give it a two-material look.

Additional information

Brand	Xcel
Color	Black
Wrap Type	Linen Wrap
Joint Type	5/16X18
Cue Length	48", 52"
Shaft Size	13.00mm
Cue Type	Playing
Shaft Type	Classic Wood
Tip	13mm Brown Leather Tip
Shaft	100% Hard Rock Maple
Collar	10mm Black Glossy
Pin	5/16 x 18
Wrap	Black Irish linen
Butt Plate	Black Implex
Bumper	Compression
Shaft Length	29"
Available Weights	Approximately 18oz

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Specifications

Specifications for Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty
Color	Black
Wrap Type	Linen Wrap
Joint Type	5/16X18
Shaft Size	13.00mm
Cue Type	Playing
Shaft Type	Classic Wood
Tip	13mm Brown Leather Tip
Shaft	100% Hard Rock Maple
Collar	10mm Black Glossy
Pin	5/16 x 18
Wrap	Black Irish linen
Butt Plate	Black Implex
Bumper	Compression
Shaft Length	29"
Available Weights	Approximately 18oz
SKU	KS10S

Questions about this cue

What joint does the Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty use?

It uses a 5/16X18 joint. That means any 5/16X18 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 before ordering — joints are not cross-compatible.

What shaft diameter is the Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty?

This cue ships with a 13.00mm 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 Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty 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 Xcel KS10S Black Pool Cue Shorty 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 linen 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 Xcel dealer?

Yes. We are an authorized Xcel 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.

Specs checked and written up by Quarter King Billiards. Last reviewed October 13, 2026. Ask us about this cue