Choosing the Best Pool Cue Lathe for Cue Repair or Cue Building

Whether you're starting your journey in pool cue repair or expanding into cue building, the right cue lathe is the foundation of your shop. At Cue Maker Supply, we manufacture Mid-America brand lathes—American-built machines that are built to perform. In this guide, we compare our two most popular models to help you choose the best setup for your needs: the Basic Series Cue Repair Lathe and the Professional Series Large Bore Cue Lathe.

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Basic Series Cue Repair Lathe: Compact and Capable

The Basic Series Lathe is ideal for cue technicians focusing on cue repair services such as:

• Tip and ferrule replacement

• Shaft cleaning and maintenance

• Linen wrap removal and rewrapping

• On-site tournament repairs

Key Features:

• 48" lathe bed with 10" carriage travel

• .594" through spindle bore (standard bore headstock)

• 250-watt motor with foot pedal speed control

• Two bearing steady rests (25mm & 35mm)

• Compact and lightweight – 49" x 11", under 50 lbs

Learn more about the Basic Series Lathe

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Professional Series Large Bore Cue Lathe: Built for Builders

For serious cue makers and repair professionals, the Professional Series Cue Lathe provides advanced capability and versatility. Perfect for:

• Repairing cue butts, shafts, joints, and rings

• Cutting tenons and installing butt caps

• Custom cue building and refinishing work

Key Features:

• 1.38" through spindle bore (large bore headstock)

• 4-jaw self-centering scroll chuck with soft jaws

• 24-position indexing ring with integrated pulley

• 42" carriage travel on a 48" bed

• 3/4 HP continuous-duty motor

• Industrial workhorse – 49" x 11" footprint

Explore the Professional Series Lathe

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Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature	Basic Series Lathe	Professional Series Lathe
Spindle Bore	.594"	1.38"
Carriage Travel	10"	42"
Headstock	Standard bore with pulley	Large bore with indexing and pulley
Motor	250-watt motor	3/4 HP continuous-duty motor
Footprint	49" x 11"	49" x 11"
Best For	General cue repairs	Advanced repairs and cue building

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Made in the USA – Built to Last

All Mid-America Cue Lathes are made in the USA high-quality American components. Our machines are built one at a time with precision, quality, and the serious cue maker in mind.

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Need help selecting the right lathe? Contact us today and we’ll be happy to assist you.