Pool Cue News and Review

McDermott MG02 - Genesis Series - Titanium Color

Overview: This is your standard base model McDermott. No frills, and I really mean no frills with this cue. You’ve got a black stained maple cue with an Irish Linen wrap. No inalys, no points, no designs. Just a plain jane black cue. The cue has the standard McDermott features: Triangle tip, Impact Control Ring, Ivorine ferrule, etc.

The Specs:

Tip: 13mm Medium-hard Triangle Tip
Ferrule: Glued and screwed, Ivorine III
Shaft: 29″ hardrock maple, 10-12″ pro taper, French cue wax coating
Collar: Impact Control Ring made from a proprietary Polymer Matrix Composite
Joint: Composite
Pin: 3/8 x 10 Stainless Steel
Forearm: Black stained maple
Rings: None
Wrap: Irish Linen Wrap
Sleeve: Black stained maple
Plate: Black with McDermott emblem
Bumper: Black rubber

The Pros:

The price is right. If you’re looking for a McDermott under $200, the Genesis series is the way to go. The tip is an upgrade from the standard Le Pro tip that most cues use. The biggest positive with the cue however is the warranty. McDermott has a lifetime warranty on al their cues for defects and warping. Assuming you like how it plays, you’re looking at a cue that’s going to last a long time.

The Cons:

In a word, boring. I’m not one who has the need to carry around a really fancy stick but a plain black stick is a bit too bland for me. Other than the design, there’s not much bad to say about this cue. McDermott makes a good cue stick.

The Bottom Line:

With the MG02, you’ve got yourself a very solid pool stick. From a feel standpoint, it has a composite collar, so its not quite as fluid as a wood to wood, but there’s more feel than with a steel joint. If you’re ok with having a really boring looking cue and you’re on a budget, this is going to be a good choice.

Where to Buy:

www.PoolDawg.com