Viking Cue Manufacturing, LLC Announces Global Launch of eXactShot Pure Performance Shaft

July 23, 2012 - PRLog -- Building on 47 years of billiard excellence, Viking’s highly expected eXactShot Pure Performance Shaft represents the Company’s most advanced product to date. By combining the performance and accuracy benefits gained from several proprietary technologies with our exclusive SightLine Technology, Viking has revolutionized accuracy in the billiard world.

“We are very proud of the eXactShot shaft because of the performance gains that pool players will see and more importantly feel,” said Mark Larson, President, Viking Cue. “Let’s face it, you can talk accuracy all you want, but without sight lines, how accurate can you be? We entered the high performance shaft arena when we felt we could come up with a revolutionary product, not merely another shaft that does not enhance performance exponentially.”

The eXactShot was officially launched in Chicago at the 2012 BCA Show on July 18, 2012. “We were able to have over 100 dealers, pros and top amateurs play with the shaft in our booth and I have to say the response was overwhelming,” said Rick Rolli, Vice President of Manufacturing. “It seems the industry is ready for a true breakthrough product like this, with industry-leading low deflection and radial consistency.”

Revolutionary to our Core
The composite eX-Core® transfers impact power efficiently from tip to joint (without loss of power thru grain run-off). The eX-Core® was designed, developed and tested by Viking Engineers to provide maximum impact with ultimate touch and feel.

It’s all about the Wood.
We only use premium North American Rock Hard Maple that is hand-picked just for the eXactShot®. The colder climate allows for slower growth, tighter rings and ultra-dense timber. Our unique wood grain matching system, combined with our eX-Core® technology and patent-pending design, the eXactShot® achieves consistent performance with superior feel.

Legendary Viking Craftsmanship
Every eXactShot® shaft is 100% made in the USA. Since 1965, Viking Cues have been made by master artisans, each with decades of experience.

Accurately Accurate Accuracy
The eXactShot® SightLine Technology improves your accuracy from the moment you line up your first shot. It’s all about PRECISION… whether you are a pro, amateur, or somewhere in between, the SightLines, running the length of the shaft, ensure proper form and shot accuracy. You will find yourself saying… “How did I ever shoot without this?”

Indestructible Ferrule
Viking has developed a specially-formulated, high‑impact resin SUPER ferrule that is not just reactive, but simply indestructible.

Kamui Black® Soft Tip
The Kamui Black® tip is designed to add more spin to the cue ball with less effort. The elasticity of the black leather absorbs the momentum of the cue propelling the cue ball with desired spin. The soft layered tip of the Kamui Black® paired with the eXactShot ® is the perfect formula for an explosive, low-deflection shaft with astonishing response and precision. (Everest tips are also available)

You Tube Video
You can check out the Viking eXactShot® Pure Performance Shaft by Viking Cue Teaser ad on You Tube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-cRVUzrDIo. The video shows the production steps to better understand the technology behind the shaft.



The eXactShot is available to fit most major brands of cues and will be offered at $279 MSRP with an Everest tip and $299 MSRP with a Kamui tip, on most joints.

About Viking Cue
Viking Cue Manufacturing LLC, based in Madison, Wisconsin, is the one of the world’s leading American-Made designer, developer and manufacturer of authentic billiard cues, cases, high performance shafts and accessories. It is committed to superior quality and hand craftsmanship and staying true to the principles of honesty, hard work, and integrity in its actions.

Viking’s subsidiaries include Viking Cue Repair and Valhalla Cues. The Company, which was founded in 1965, distributes its products in more than 35 countries and manufactures cues in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information visit www.vikingcue.com.

SOURCE: Viking Cue Manufacturing LLC