Joss
Joss Pool Cues – American Craftsmanship with Distinctive Style
Joss Cues has been a respected name in billiards since Dan Janes founded the company in 1968. They’re known for striking artwork and intricate ring work that never comes at the expense of playability. In fact, the “Balabushka” cue featured in the movie The Color of Money was actually a Joss cue — a detail that says a lot about their craftsmanship.
Who Joss cues are best for: Players who want a cue that stands out visually, collectors who appreciate detailed inlays and ring work, and anyone looking for a solid American-made cue that plays as good as it looks.
Every Joss cue is made in the USA. Whether you’re drawn to the artwork, the hit, or both, we’re happy to help you find the right one.
-----Joss Cue Construction & Performance Features
Joss cues are best known for their intricate ring work and inlay artistry — details that have made them some of the most visually distinctive cues in the industry. But the craftsmanship goes well beyond looks: each cue is built to deliver a solid, consistent hit shot after shot, which is exactly why a Joss cue was chosen to stand in for a "Balabushka" on screen. Every Joss cue is proudly made in the U.S.A., combining traditional cue-making techniques with the kind of attention to detail collectors and players both appreciate.
Choosing the Right Joss Cue for Your Game
Joss offers something for a wide range of players. If you love a cue that's a genuine conversation piece, their more ornate models with detailed ring work and inlays are hard to beat. If you're focused purely on performance, Joss cues are just as capable on the table as they are eye-catching off it. New players and collectors alike will find a Joss cue that fits both their budget and their style — if you're not sure where to start, we're happy to help you compare models.
Frequently Asked Questions About Joss Cues
Are Joss cues made in the USA? Yes — Joss cues are proudly crafted in the United States.
What makes Joss cues stand out from other brands? Joss is especially known for intricate ring work and inlay artistry, offering a level of visual detail that's rare at their price point, without sacrificing playability.
Do Joss cues come with a warranty?
Yes. Joss offers a limited warranty to the original purchaser covering defects in materials and workmanship. If a manufacturing defect is found, Joss will repair or replace the cue at their discretion. The warranty is non-transferable.
Joss JOS173 Ebony Maple Pool Cue JOS173
Joss JOS173 Pool Cue — Ebony Forearm with Maple Design The JOS173 pairs African Ebony on the forearm with maple design elements — the near-black ebony body with natural maple inlays creates a high-contrast, clean design that reads strongly from any...
$599.25 $705.00
Joss JOS56 High Low Alternating Blue Veneer Points Pool Cue JOS56
Joss JOS56 Pool Cue — High-Low Alternating Points with Blue Veneers The JOS56 uses alternating high-low points with blue veneers — a design where the points alternate between a taller and shorter height profile around the forearm, creating a rhythm...
$560.15 $659.00
Joss JOS171 Ebony Cocobolo Flame Birch Birdseye Maple Pool Cue JOS171
Joss JOS171 Pool Cue — Ebony, Cocobolo, Flame Birch, and Birdseye Maple Four exotic woods on one cue. The JOS171 forearm uses African Ebony, Cocobolo, Flame Birch, and Birdseye Maple — four species with dramatically different color tones and grain...
$497.25 $585.00
Joss JOS01 Birdseye Maple Mother of Pearl Pool Cue JOS01
Joss JOS01 Pool Cue — Birdseye Maple with Mother of Pearl Diamonds Joss cues have been handcrafted in the USA since 1974 — a legacy built on natural wood selection and precise inlay work. The JOS01 opens the Joss lineup with one of the most classic...
$310.25 $365.00
Joss JOS02 Natural Birdseye Maple Pool Cue JOS02
Joss JOS02 Pool Cue — Natural Birdseye Maple with Ivory Points and Brown Spacers The JOS02 lets the birdseye maple be the design. Natural birdseye maple forearm with four ivory colored points separated by brown spacers — the ivory and brown against...
$340.00 $400.00
Joss JOS04 Cocobolo Birdseye Maple Pool Cue JOS04
Joss JOS04 Pool Cue — Cocobolo Forearm with Birdseye Maple Points The JOS04 reverses the typical Joss formula — instead of a maple body with exotic wood points, the forearm itself is Cocobolo with four birdseye maple points. Cocobolo is a...
$429.25 $505.00
Joss JOS57 Walnut Stained Birch Pool Cue JOS57
Joss JOS57 Pool Cue — Walnut Stained Birch with Ivory and Maple Design The JOS57 uses walnut stained birch — a warm, medium-dark stain on birch that gives the base wood a character distinct from walnut stained maple. Birch has a different grain...
$667.25 $785.00
Joss JOS175 Birdseye Maple Ebony Mother of Pearl Pool Cue JOS175
Joss JOS175 Pool Cue — Birdseye Maple, Ebony, and Mother of Pearl The JOS175 uses the classic birdseye maple, ebony, and Mother of Pearl combination that appears in several Joss models — but each 175 has its own character because of the natural...
$654.50 $770.00
Joss JOS176 Tiger Maple Ebony Mother of Pearl Pool Cue JOS176
Joss JOS176 Pool Cue — Tiger Maple, Ebony, and Mother of Pearl The JOS176 substitutes tiger maple for the birdseye maple found in the JOS175 — a meaningful visual difference. Tiger maple has a horizontal stripe figure that runs across the grain like...
$688.50 $810.00