Description

Floating Box Cue Craftsmanship

The Joss Collector Cue HOPP2225 is a Floating Box Cue that combines traditional American cue-making artistry with intricate inlay work and premium materials.
Featuring four floating box points, faux ivory accents, patriotic red, white, and blue veneers, and beautifully figured curly maple, this cue delivers a striking appearance and tournament-level performance.
As a result, the HOPP2225 stands out as both a collector’s piece and a serious player’s cue.

Moreover, every design element works together to create a cue that honors classic craftsmanship while showcasing the attention to detail that defines Joss collector models.

Floating Box Cue Design

To begin, the forearm features four floating box points carefully inlaid into premium curly maple.
Each floating box combines faux ivory with red, white, and blue veneers to create a bold yet elegant design.

Furthermore, these intricate points require precise craftsmanship and careful execution.
As a result, the cue achieves a distinctive appearance that immediately separates it from ordinary cue designs.

The floating box pattern provides visual depth and complexity while maintaining clean, traditional lines.

Because wood is a natural material, every cue develops its own appearance.

Wood is a natural substance, and its grain and color can vary greatly.
Therefore, no two HOPP2225 Collector Cues look exactly alike.

Curly Maple and Faux Ivory Details

Joss carefully selects highly figured curly maple for its beauty, stability, and visual movement.
Before construction begins, each piece undergoes a detailed inspection for grain quality, density, and consistency.

In addition, the curly maple is hand-rubbed with a nutmeg stain that enhances the natural figure and creates remarkable depth.
As light moves across the surface, the grain produces the three-dimensional effect that makes curly maple one of the most desirable woods in cue making.

The faux ivory components add elegance and traditional styling throughout the cue.
Consequently, the design feels timeless and refined.

Patriotic Veneer Inlay Artistry

The red, white, and blue veneers provide a unique visual element that complements the faux ivory and maple beautifully.

Moreover, the rear sleeve mirrors the floating box design found on the forearm.
This creates continuity throughout the cue and reinforces the overall design theme.

The center rear inlays combine faux ivory with matching patriotic veneers.
As a result, the cue maintains visual balance from joint to butt plate while showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.

Traditional Collector Cue Features

A traditional faux ivory-style butt plate gives the HOPP2225 its old-world character and collector appeal.

In addition, faux ivory dental edging bookends the wrap area and provides a sophisticated transition between the forearm and butt sleeve. These details elevate the cue beyond a standard playing cue, placing it firmly in the collector category.

Consequently, the HOPP2225 offers both visual elegance and historical inspiration.

Premium Wrap Construction

As master cue makers, we reserve leather and premium wrap materials for many of our finest collector cues.

The HOPP2225 features a premium cowhide wrap for a smooth, dependable feel.

Furthermore, this combination provides excellent grip, comfort, and control while complementing the cue’s traditional appearance.

Full-Core Performance Technology

Beyond its beautiful appearance, the HOPP2225 is built to perform.
Full-core construction extends from the butt plate to the joint, creating a solid one-piece feel throughout the cue.

Furthermore, the full-length core helps resist warpage while promoting long-term stability.
Players immediately notice the superior hit, dependable feedback, and exceptional consistency.

Whether competing at the highest level or enjoying recreational play, the cue responds with confidence and precision.

Proudly Made in the USA

The HOPP2225 Collector Cue reflects the finest traditions of American cue making.

Proudly Made in the USA, it combines premium curly maple, intricate floating box inlays, and proven construction techniques.

Finally, Stephen Janes proudly builds Joss Cues in America.
He was named Cue Maker of the Year by the American Cue Makers Association.
With over four decades of experience, Stephen continues a family tradition of building cues respected worldwide.

Working alongside Hall of Fame cue maker Dan Janes for more than forty years, Stephen helped establish the standards of craftsmanship and performance that define every Joss cue today.

From its floating faux ivory box points and patriotic veneers to its premium wrap, traditional butt plate, and full-core construction, the HOPP2225 Collector Cue represents the artistry, precision, and performance that have made Joss respected around the world.

It is not just built to play.
It is built to last.