Description
Predator Blak4-1 Pool Cue
High Performance Meets High Fashion
The Predator Blak4-1 is a premium inlay cue that combines Predator’s proven C4-Plus construction technology with luxurious materials and detailed craftsmanship. Built around rich ebony wood and intricate inlays, it delivers both elite performance and a refined appearance.
Design Features
- Rich Ebony Wood forearm and butt sleeve
- Warm Micarta and Curly Maple inlays
- Finely detailed polished alloy inlays and accents
- Four intricate point design
- Silver and Micarta double ringwork
- Tear-shaped Stainless Steel butt cap
- Premium Leather Luxe™ wrap
- Uni-Loc® Adjustable Weight Cartridge System
Construction Technology
C4-Plus Construction
The Blak4-1 utilizes Predator’s C4-Plus platform, which features:
- Four-piece cored construction
- Enhanced stability and straightness
- Reduced wood movement
- Improved consistency over time
- Solid, vibration-free hit
This construction allows Predator to incorporate elaborate inlays without sacrificing playability.
Premium Leather Luxe™ Wrap
Predator’s Leather Luxe™ wrap offers:
- Softer feel than traditional leather
- Excellent grip and tackiness
- Moisture management
- Increased comfort during long sessions
Shaft Options
The Blak4-1 can be customized with:
- 314-3 Shaft
- Z-3 Shaft
- Vantage Shaft
- REVO 12.4 Carbon Fiber Shaft
- REVO 12.9 Carbon Fiber Shaft
Available Shaft Lengths
- 29″
- 30″ (available on selected models)
REVO Options
- Black Vault Plate
- White Vault Plate
Tip Options
Standard Tips
- REVO shafts: Predator Victory Soft
- Wood shafts (314-3, Z-3, Vantage): Predator Victory Medium
Custom tip upgrades are available when ordering.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cue Type | Pool Cue |
| Cue Style | Inlayed |
| Color | Black |
| Joint Type | Radial® Joint |
| Cue Construction | C4-Plus |
| Wrap Type | Leather Luxe™ Wrap |
| Grip Diameter | Thin |
| Shaft Length | 29″ |
| Butt Length | 29″ |
| Cue Tip | Predator Victory Tip |
Performance Characteristics
Hit Feel: Medium-firm to firm
Joint: Radial®
- Wood-to-wood style feel
- Excellent feedback
- Smooth energy transfer
- Preferred by many traditional players
Best For
- Advanced league players
- Tournament competitors
- Players who prefer a thin handle
- Players who like a traditional Radial joint feel
- Those wanting premium craftsmanship without moving into Predator’s ultra-limited collectible series
Compared to the P3
| Feature | Blak4-1 | P3 |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | C4-Plus | 30-Piece Core |
| Joint | Radial® | Uni-Loc Quick Release |
| Grip Diameter | Thin | Thick |
| Hit Feel | Traditional / Natural | Very stiff and crisp |
| Appearance | Luxury inlays | Modern minimalist |
| Feedback | More wood-like | More engineered and rigid |
If your priority is traditional feel with premium craftsmanship, the Blak4-1 is often preferred. If your priority is maximum stiffness, consistency, and modern performance, the P3 generally has the edge.
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