Description
Predator Blak4-2 Pool Cue
The Predator Blak4-2 builds on the same elite platform as the Blak4-1 but features a more elaborate floating-point inlay design, giving it a slightly more sophisticated and contemporary appearance while retaining the same tournament-level performance characteristics.
Design Features
- Rich Ebony Wood construction
- Warm Micarta and Curly Maple inlays
- Finely detailed polished alloy accents
- Four intricate floating points
- Silver and Micarta double ringwork
- Tear-shaped stainless steel butt cap
- Leather Luxe™ wrap
- Uni-Loc® Adjustable Weight Cartridge System
Construction Technology
C4-Plus Core Technology
The Blak4-2 uses Predator’s proven C4-Plus construction:
- Four-piece spliced core
- Enhanced straightness and consistency
- Reduced wood movement
- Improved long-term stability
- Solid, vibration-free feel
Phenolic Reinforcement
Predator incorporates phenolic components around critical areas:
- Increased structural integrity
- Greater concentricity over time
- Reduced “buzz” and unwanted vibration
- More consistent feedback
Leather Luxe™ Wrap
The premium Leather Luxe wrap provides:
- Softer feel than traditional leather
- Excellent traction
- Moisture absorption
- Comfortable grip during long playing sessions
Shaft Compatibility
Available with:
- 314-3
- Z-3
- Vantage
- REVO 12.4
- REVO 12.9
Shaft Length Options
- 29″
- 30″ (selected wood shafts)
REVO Options
- Black Vault Plate
- White Vault Plate
Standard Tip Configuration
| Shaft Type | Standard Tip |
|---|---|
| REVO | Victory Soft |
| 314-3 / Z-3 / Vantage | Victory Medium |
Custom tip upgrades are available.
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
- Solid and stable
- Slightly softer than a P3
- Traditional feedback with modern consistency
Joint Feel
- Radial® Joint
- Strong wood-to-wood style connection
- Excellent feedback
- Popular among players who prefer a more natural hit
Grip Profile
- Thin handle diameter
- Favored by players who like a slimmer grip
Blak4-2 vs Blak4-1
| Feature | Blak4-1 | Blak4-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 4 Traditional Points | 4 Floating Points |
| Construction | C4-Plus | C4-Plus |
| Joint | Radial® | Radial® |
| Wrap | Leather Luxe™ | Leather Luxe™ |
| Performance | Identical | Identical |
| Appearance | Classic | More intricate |
From a performance standpoint, the Blak4-1 and Blak4-2 play essentially the same. The choice comes down almost entirely to aesthetics:
- Blak4-1 → more traditional point design.
- Blak4-2 → more refined floating-point artwork and a slightly more upscale visual presentation.
Among the cues you’ve listed so far
For pure playing performance, I would generally rank them:
- Predator P3 + REVO
- Predator Blak4-1 / Blak4-2 + REVO
- Predator 9K-3 + REVO
- Predator 9K-1 + REVO
- Predator Sneaky Pete 8 Point + REVO
- Predator Sneaky Pete 4 Point + REVO
- Predator Aspire Series
For craftsmanship and collector appeal:
- Charu Panthera Limited Edition
- Blak4-2
- Blak4-1
- P3
- 9K-3
- 9K-1
- Sneaky Pete Series
- Aspire Series
The Blak4-2 with a REVO 12.4 shaft is often considered one of the most balanced combinations in Predator’s lineup—premium aesthetics, Radial joint feel, C4+ stability, and modern low-deflection performance without the ultra-stiff character of the P3.
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