The Action brand of pool cues and cases has been around for over twelve years. At that time, it has become one of the world’s best, top-selling value brands in billiards.
These cues deliver solid, consistent play with top-quality manufacturing.
With incredible playability and affordable pricing, Action cues, in general, have a growing fan base.
In this article, we’re going to do a review of 5 action jump break cues. Each of these cues accentuates the playability and affordability of this brand is well known for.
From the most popular, and arguably one of the best jump/break cues on the market (zebrawood pool cue), to quality jump/break cues for amateur and intermediate players (for example: the Rosewood Sneaky Pete and the Zebrawood break jump cue).
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5 jump break Action cues
This list is by no means comprehensive. Action offers quite a number of jump/break cues; all of which have their pros and cons.
We have here selected what we believe to be a good representation of what is available on the market.
Including, as has already been mentioned, one of the best jump/break cues currently available.
It is with this jump/break cue that the list starts.
1. Action Break/Jump Series Zebrawood Pool Cue
This jump break cue is of competitive quality and is designed to suit the needs of players of all skill levels. This versatile cue will serve you well, and it retails for less than $100!
The craftsmanship, build quality, and finish is some of the best you’ll ever see. This jump/break cue comes in a variety of weight ranges from 18 to 21 ounces.
The high performance and affordability of this jump break cue is what makes it one of the most popular currently available as well as:
- Having excellent performance.
- Pro Taper
- Multiple weight options
- Best jump break cue for its price bracket.
- Joint rings with quick release
Notes from the manufacturer:
- Tip and Ferrule: 13 mm Black Phenolic Tip and Ferrule Combination.
- Shaft: 29″ hard rock maple, 10 – 12″ pro taper, brass insert.
- Collar and Rings: None at the shaft, At Jump Break joint: Black composite with a set of silver rings.
- Forearm: Zebrawood points, quick release jump break joint.
- Wrap: None.
- Sleeve: Zebrawood.
- Butt Plate Bumper: Black composite with Metallic Silver Action emblem with Black rubber bumper.
- Warranty: One year
- 13mm Black phenolic tip and ferrule combo
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2. Action Jump Break Cues – Rosewood Sneaky Pete
A Sneaky Pete cue is designed to look like a traditional, poorer-quality house cue instead of a custom one.
This is a popular idea as other players usually underestimate the ability of the opponent using what looks like a cue on a budget.
Notes from the manufacturer:
- Tip and Ferrule: 13 mm Black Phenolic
- Shaft: 29″ hard rock maple, 10 – 12″ pro taper, brass insert.
- Collar and Rings: None at the shaft, At Jump Break joint: Black composite with a set of silver rings.
- Forearm: wood to wood, quick-release jump break joint.
- Wrap: None.
- Sleeve: Rosewood
- Warranty: One year
- • Jump Break Sneaky Pete Cue with Rosewood Forearm Design
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3. ACTBJ05 Silver metallic Break Jump Pool Cue Stick
This is one of the better break/jump cues under $200. The 13mm Phenolic tip gives the cue intensified power, and the wood-to-wood quick-release joints let you break with the pros.
And then when you need it, it works an excellent jump cue.
Notes from the manufacturer:
- Tip: 13mm, vacuum sealed proprietary boar skin tip
- Ferrule: 1″ phenolic ferrule
- Shaft: 29″ hard rock maple, 10 – 12″ pro taper
- Pin: Action Quick Release
- Collar: Stainless steel collar with a thin black composite ring
- Forearm: Silver metallic transfer
- Wrap: None
- Butt Sleeve: Silver metallic transfer
- Butt Plate: Stainless steel with etched Action logo
- Bumper: Black rubber
- Warranty: 1 Year Manufactures
Additional Information This cue is weight changeable with Action weight bolts.
Not included This cue does not come with joint protectors or an extension.
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4. ACTBJR Break Jump Cue
The ACTBJR break/jump cue from Action is crafted with beautiful rosewood on the butt. It has a wood-to-wood joint with a quick-release pin for rapid use.
Everyone from beginners to seasoned players will benefit from this well-craft, affordable cue.
This, plus the phenolic ferrule and tip, and you have a powerful, yet affordable, jump/breaker.
Notes from the manufacturer:
- Tip: 13mm Phenolic
- Ferrule: Phenolic
- Shaft: 29″ Hardrock maple 10-12″ Pro Taper
- Collar: None
- Pin: Action Quick Release
- Piloted: No
- Forearm: Rosewood Points
- Rings: None
- Wrap: Rosewood Handle
- Sleeve: Rosewood
- Plate: Black
- Bumper: Black rubber
- Warranty: 1 Year Manufacturer
- Action ACTBJR Pool Cue
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5. Zebrawood Break Jump Cue
Action’s Zebrawood break/jump cue is made with a striking zebrawood butt which connects to a hard rock maple shaft.
I also highly recommend slippy brand sandpaper to maintain the shaft. It should be sanded as soon as you receive the cue – also shaped (tip comes smooth and doesn’t hold chalk well. Shaping will give it a bit of roughness which allows it to hold chalk better).
Notes from the manufacturer:
- Tip and Ferrule: 13 mm Black Phenolic Tip and Ferrule Combination
- Shaft: 29in hard rock maple, 10 – 12″ pro tape
- brass insert
- Joints: Wood to Wood with Quick Release Pin
- Collar and Rings: None at the shaft, At Jump Break joint: Black composite with a set of silver rings
- 13mm Black phenolic tip and ferrule combo
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Why buy a jump break cue?
The benefit of buying a jump break cue is it saves you from buying a cue for each of these functions.
If you are just starting out and/or are on a budget, the Action range of jump/break cues are fantastic quality and all for under $300 dollars.
Also read:
14 Best Pool Cues for Intermediate Players [Sticks for Men & Women]
The Difference Between a Break and Pool Cue [A Quick Explanation]
Action is a top seller in this price bracket. Beginners and professionals both recommend this as an excellent option for both breaking and jumping.
Keep in mind, you can also custom some of these cues for that extra added value and playability.
