Vintage Brunswick Willie Hoppe Professional Cue Stick in Case
Decorative Art and Sports Equipment, Wooden and Metal Construct in Hard Case • Manufactured by the Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company, endorsed by Willie Hoppe
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Americana / Industrial Design
Medium & Technique
Turned and joined hardwoods, veneer inlays, brass joint hardware, varnished finish, housed in a velvet-lined wooden case
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1930s-1950s)
Dimensions & Format
Standard cue length approximately 58 inches; case length approximately 32 inches (linear format)
Subject Description
A two-piece professional billiards or pool cue stick featuring classic spliced points, a brass pin joint, and a distinctive colored wrap, resting inside a vintage fitted hardshell case lined with bright red velvet
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good, showing moderate vintage wear with specific structural damage noted on the shaft
Estimated Market Value
150 USD to 350 USD
Auction Estimate
100 USD to 250 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired by an amateur or professional billiards player during the mid-20th century peak of pocket billiards and three-cushion billiards popularity
Art Historical Significance
Represents the golden era of American cue making and the legacy of Willie Hoppe, a legendary multi-time world champion in carom billiards whose signature line set the standard for professional cues
Notable Features
Associated with the iconic Willie Hoppe signature model by Brunswick, featuring traditional spliced construction and a fitted vintage red-velvet storage case
Condition Issues
Visible wear and aging to the wooden finish, scuffing, and specifically broken or missing shaft ring pieces as indicated in the owner's description
Conservation Recommendations
Professional repair of the broken shaft and ring collars by a specialized cue maker; store in stable humidity and temperature conditions away from direct sunlight
Collector Notes
Vintage Brunswick Willie Hoppe pool cue stick with broken shaft ring pieces