{"product_id":"longoni-evoluzione-citrus-carom-cue-butt-copy","title":"Longoni Bellissima Carom Cue Butt","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUTT ONLY - SHAFT IS NOT INCLUDED.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/0515\/4622\/files\/Longoni_80_2048x2048.jpg?v=1779731669\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 80 years, Longoni has represented Italian excellence in billiards. Founded in Mariano Comense, near Milan, Longoni is a family-owned company known worldwide for precision, craftsmanship, design, and reliability. Longoni cues are still produced entirely in Italy under the supervision of the Longoni family and are trusted by many top international players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Longoni Bellissima is a premium Signature Luxury carom cue developed for Eddy Leppens, Belgian PBA champion and longtime Longoni professional player.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 2023, Bellissima is the second Longoni model developed for Eddy Leppens and was created as a more luxurious Signature design using premium decorative materials and refined craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cue features a solid URAL black hornbeam body decorated with an intricate combination of Juma, genuine abalone, and rengas inlays. The contrast between the deep black URAL base, warm reddish rengas, light Juma elements, and iridescent abalone gives the Bellissima a sophisticated and distinctive appearance while preserving the clean proportions of a professional Longoni carom cue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Bellissima cue carries a hand-signed individual number, reinforcing its position within Longoni's premium Signature Luxury collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is equipped with the Longoni VP2 Grade 5 Titanium joint and 3-Lobite Complete extension system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/0515\/4622\/files\/leppens-bellissima-sito_1024x1024.jpg?v=1789228779\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongoni URAL Black Hornbeam\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eURAL is Longoni's proprietary material based on European hornbeam (Carpinus betulus). Introduced into Longoni products in 2019, URAL begins as a naturally light-colored, hard European wood and undergoes Longoni's specialized deep-staining process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eUsing alternating pressurization and depressurization, an ebony-like black stain penetrates deeply into the wood. This process enhances the natural grain rather than hiding it, creating an almost completely black appearance with visible depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eEuropean hornbeam is valued for its medium-to-high density, stability, durability, and long service life, characteristics particularly well suited to billiard cue construction. It is also a widely available European species and is not considered at risk of extinction, making it a more sustainable choice of cue wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLongoni selects the best hornbeam logs for the production of URAL, combining the mechanical characteristics of hornbeam with the distinctive deep-black appearance that has become a recognizable feature of modern Longoni cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/0515\/4622\/files\/URAL-wood-by-longonicues_1024x1024.jpg?v=1635814078\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVP2 Titanium Joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Bellissima is equipped with Longoni's VP2 Titanium joint, the advanced evolution of Longoni's metal-joint technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLongoni introduced the VP2 joint in 2004 as a universal precision joint for its cues across multiple billiard disciplines, including pool, five-pins, carom, and Russian pyramid. The VP2 evolved from Longoni's earlier Viper steel joint and was developed to provide a connection that is fast to operate, highly precise, durable, and versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eEach VP2 joint pin is carefully aligned after fabrication of the butt to ensure precise positioning with the shaft insert. The threads are electro-polished for exceptionally smooth screw action, and each joint pin is individually laser engraved to support production traceability and quality control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Bellissima uses the ultra-light Grade 5 titanium version of the VP2 joint. Titanium helps reduce unnecessary joint weight while maintaining excellent strength and rigidity, supporting the balance and responsiveness required in high-level carom play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe key characteristics of the VP2 Titanium joint include fast and easy locking and unlocking, an ultra-firm connection for efficient energy transfer, precise butt-to-shaft alignment, smooth screw action, resistance to humidity and wear, and a more forward-balanced feel compared with Longoni wooden-joint cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLongoni VP2 shafts may use brass or Ergal inserts, with the combination of joint and insert materials selected to help optimize cue balance and playing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe VP2 system also provides broad compatibility across Longoni shaft technologies, allowing the Bellissima to be paired with S2, S20, and S30 laminated wooden shafts or the Luna Nera graphite shaft, depending on the player's preferred feel and performance characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/0515\/4622\/files\/vp2-titanio-aperta.jpg?v=1780170766\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-Lobite Extension System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bellissima is supplied with the Longoni 3-Lobite extension system and includes a 20 cm Longoni 3-Lobite extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated connection allows the extension to be attached quickly and securely whenever additional reach is required, without permanently changing the standard playing configuration of the cue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike models that are only 3-Lobite capable, this Bellissima configuration includes the extension itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloped with Eddy Leppens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bellissima was developed for Eddy Leppens, combining Longoni's cue-making expertise with the preferences of an elite professional carom player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the second Longoni model created for Leppens and was conceived as something especially refined for the Signature Luxury collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of solid URAL construction, VP2 Titanium joint, premium decorative materials, and Signature detailing reflects the Bellissima's position as a high-end professional carom cue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cue is individually identified by a hand-signed number and is supplied with an official Longoni certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButt-Only Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the Longoni Bellissima cue butt only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bellissima butt has a minimum weight of approximately 390 g. The weight can be adjusted using compatible bolts from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/billiard.city\/products\/longoni-special-wax-for-wooden-pool-cue-shafts-new-formula-1-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=5c8e52262\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eLongoni Weight Bolt Kit\u003c\/a\u003e, allowing the player to fine-tune the cue's overall weight and balance to personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe installed VP2 Titanium joint allows the cue to be paired with compatible Longoni shafts according to the player's preferred profile, construction, and playing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 20 cm 3-Lobite extension and official certificate are supplied with the butt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped for Eddy Leppens – Signature Luxury carom cue created for Belgian PBA champion Eddy Leppens\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature Luxury design – Premium Longoni model combining professional construction with refined decorative craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid URAL black hornbeam body – Proprietary European hornbeam treated with Longoni's deep-staining process for an ebony-like appearance while preserving natural wood character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal abalone inlays – Genuine abalone elements provide natural iridescence, depth, and distinctive luxury detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuma decorative inlays – Precision Juma elements create elegant geometric contrast throughout the cue design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRengas wood inlays – Warm natural wood adds rich contrast against the dark URAL body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVP2 Grade 5 titanium joint – Ultra-light precision metal joint designed for firm locking, precise shaft alignment, smooth screw action, high wear resistance, and efficient energy transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 cm 3-Lobite extension included – Supplied with a Longoni 3-Lobite extension for additional reach when required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-signed individual number – Each Bellissima carries its own hand-signed number for individuality and authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial Longoni certificate included – Signature Luxury cue supplied with an official Longoni certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional carom construction – Designed specifically for high-level carom billiards with a minimum butt weight of approximately 390 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable butt weight – Minimum butt weight can be increased or fine-tuned using compatible bolts from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/billiard.city\/products\/longoni-special-wax-for-wooden-pool-cue-shafts-new-formula-1-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=5c8e52262\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eLongoni Weight Bolt Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Italy – Manufactured by Longoni using premium materials, precision machining, and established Italian cue-making craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButt-only listing – Includes the Longoni Bellissima butt with 20 cm 3-Lobite extension and certificate; shafts are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Longoni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Bellissima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional Player: Eddy Leppens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscipline: Carom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: Carom Cue Butt Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Line: Signature Luxury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatus: In Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited Edition: Yes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of First Production: 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary Wood: Longoni URAL\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood Species: European Hornbeam \/ Black Hornbeam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Construction: Solid URAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative Materials: Juma, Genuine Abalone, Rengas Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap: No Wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButt Minimum Weight: Approximately 390 g\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight Adjustment: Compatible with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/billiard.city\/products\/longoni-special-wax-for-wooden-pool-cue-shafts-new-formula-1-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=5c8e52262\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eLongoni Weight Bolt Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight Customization: Butt weight can be increased and fine-tuned to player preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButt Joint Collar Diameter: 22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower Collar Diameter: 32.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint System: Longoni VP2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Material: Grade 5 Titanium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Type: Precision Metal Joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbedded Technology: VP2 Titanium, 3-Lobite Complete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-Lobite System: Complete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension Included: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension Length: 20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Hand-Signed Individual Number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate: Official Longoni Certificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro Player Model: Yes – Eddy Leppens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShafts Included: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Wooden Shafts: Longoni S2, S20, S30\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Graphite Shaft: Longoni Luna Nera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Accessories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; 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