For 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.
The Longoni Evoluzione Citrus is a premium Signature carom cue developed in collaboration with Marco Zanetti, one of the most accomplished players in professional carom billiards.
Introduced in 2022, the Evoluzione Citrus combines traditional natural woods with advanced Longoni construction technologies and a distinctive geometric design. The model was produced as a limited edition of only 300 pieces, making each cue individually identifiable and collectible.
The butt combines URAL black hornbeam, curly birch, carrubo, and maple, creating a striking contrast between dark and light woods. The design incorporates carefully arranged natural-wood elements throughout the butt, giving the Evoluzione Citrus a refined architectural appearance while maintaining the elegant proportions associated with Longoni Signature cues.
Each cue carries a hand-signed individual number, identifying its position within the limited production of 300 pieces.
This version is equipped with the Longoni VP2 Grade 5 Titanium joint, advanced HEXA-CORE construction, and the 3-Lobite Complete system.
Longoni URAL Black Hornbeam
URAL 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.
Using 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.
European 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.
Longoni 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.
Longoni HEXA-CORE Technology
The Evoluzione Citrus features Longoni's advanced HEXA-CORE technology, the latest evolution in the construction of Longoni cue butts.
HEXA-CORE combines two established Longoni construction concepts: the quiet characteristics of the X-CORE metal system and the harmonious response of the XYLOCORE system. This technology is used primarily in Longoni pool and carom cues.
At the center of the HEXA-CORE system is a precision component that joins the two sections of the butt. Each component is individually manufactured from Ergal aluminum using CNC machining and incorporates specially designed grooves that help calibrate elasticity.
The component is secured both mechanically and chemically, creating a highly precise and stable internal connection.
Compared with more traditional construction methods, HEXA-CORE allows for more accurate installation and is designed to provide improved structural stability, controlled elasticity, precise internal alignment, reduced unwanted vibration, long-term durability, and consistent playing characteristics over time.
This construction helps the Evoluzione Citrus maintain the refined feedback and dependable response expected from a professional Longoni carom cue.
VP2 Titanium Joint
The Evoluzione Citrus is equipped with Longoni's VP2 Titanium joint, the advanced evolution of Longoni's metal-joint technology.
Longoni 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.
Each 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.
The Evoluzione Citrus 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.
The 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.
Longoni 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.
The VP2 system also provides broad compatibility across Longoni shaft technologies, allowing the Evoluzione Citrus 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.
3-Lobite Extension System
The Evoluzione Citrus is supplied with the Longoni 3-Lobite extension system and includes a 20 cm Longoni 3-Lobite extension.
The 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.
Unlike models that are only 3-Lobite capable, this Evoluzione Citrus configuration includes the extension itself.
Developed with Marco Zanetti
The Evoluzione Citrus was developed for Marco Zanetti, combining Longoni's cue-building experience with input from one of the leading figures in international carom billiards.
The cue's combination of carefully selected natural woods, VP2 Titanium joint, advanced HEXA-CORE construction, and Signature detailing reflects its position as a professional-level Longoni model.
Each Evoluzione Citrus cue is individually marked with a hand-signed number out of 300, reinforcing the special character of this limited production.
Longoni S20 Stratos Laminated Shafts
This Evoluzione Citrus configuration includes two Longoni S20 Stratos laminated shafts, each featuring the E71 Eiffel profile and measuring 70.5 cm in length.
The S20 represents an advanced evolution of Longoni's laminated wooden shaft concept. Its structure is formed from 20 slices of Quebec hard rock maple, arranged and bonded to create a highly uniform shaft with carefully controlled density and playing characteristics.
Longoni developed the Stratos laminated shaft concept to reduce the natural inconsistencies found in conventional one-piece wooden shafts. By cutting the wood into individual slices and selecting them according to weight, straightness, grain, and quality before assembly, Longoni creates a more uniform radial structure designed to provide predictable response and consistency around the circumference of the shaft.
The S20's 20-slice construction is designed to provide a natural and easy playing response with reduced deflection, while its internal structure helps distribute shaft weight evenly.
E71 Eiffel Profile
Both S20 shafts feature Longoni's E71 Eiffel profile, one of Longoni's established profiles for 3-cushion carom.
The profile combines a conical section near the joint with an Eiffel-profile section toward the front of the shaft, providing a combination of stability, responsiveness, and controlled flex.
Each shaft measures 70.5 cm, bringing the complete cue length to 142.5 cm when assembled with the 72 cm Evoluzione Citrus butt.
JBR2 Ferrule, G10 Core and Low-Deflection Technology
The frontal section of the S20 incorporates Longoni's JBR2 ferrule system, supported internally by a high-density G10 core and a proprietary construction designed to reduce deflection while improving feedback and acoustics.
Each shaft is fitted with a 6.5 mm ferrule and a 12 mm Fuji Camogli Medium cue tip, creating a performance-oriented front end for the spin, precision, and cueball control required in 3-cushion billiards.
VIBES-FOAM Technology
Longoni laminated shafts incorporate VIBES-FOAM technology near the joint area.
A longitudinal cavity inside the shaft is filled with a specially selected foam material designed to compensate for density differences, absorb unwanted vibration, improve acoustics, and help optimize shaft balance.
This internal technology complements the laminated maple construction without changing the traditional feel and appearance of a wooden shaft.
Imago Joint Ring
The S20 shafts in this configuration feature Longoni's Imago ring, an exclusive wood-look fiber ring made from epoxy and cotton fiber.
The material combines the natural appearance of wood with increased resistance and dimensional stability, providing an elegant transition between the shaft and the cue butt while complementing the Evoluzione Citrus's refined construction.
Designed for 3-Cushion Carom
This Evoluzione Citrus configuration is specifically designed for 3-cushion carom billiards.
The combination of the Hexa Core URAL butt, VP2 Grade 5 Titanium joint, two S20 laminated maple shafts, E71 Eiffel profile, 12 mm Fuji Camogli Medium tips, and low-deflection JBR2/G10 front-end construction creates a professional setup designed for controlled power, spin, precision, and consistent cueball response.
The butt measures 72 cm, while each S20 E71 shaft measures 70.5 cm, resulting in a total assembled cue length of 142.5 cm.
The complete cue weighs approximately 510–540 g, depending on the individual components and weight setup. The butt weight can also be easily adjusted using weight bolts from the Longoni Weight Bolt Kit, allowing the player to fine-tune the overall cue weight and feel to personal preference.
Product Features:
- Developed with Marco Zanetti – Signature carom cue created in collaboration with international champion Marco Zanetti
- Limited to 300 pieces – Special production model with only 300 individually numbered cues manufactured
- Two S20 Stratos shafts included – Complete configuration supplied with two Longoni S20 laminated maple shafts for consistent performance and a ready spare shaft
- 20-slice laminated maple construction – Each S20 shaft is built from 20 slices of Quebec hard rock maple selected and assembled to provide uniformity, balanced weight distribution, natural response, and reduced deflection
- E71 Eiffel profile – Both shafts feature Longoni's 70.5 cm E71 profile, combining a conical rear section with an Eiffel-profile front section for controlled flex, stability, and responsiveness in 3-cushion play
- JBR2 low-deflection technology – High-density G10-supported JBR2 front-end construction is designed to reduce deflection while improving acoustics and consistent cueball response
- VIBES-FOAM technology – Special internal foam near the joint area compensates for density, absorbs unwanted vibration, improves acoustics, and helps optimize shaft balance
- 12 mm Fuji Camogli Medium tips – Both shafts are equipped with Fuji Camogli Medium tips for a balanced combination of cueball grip, control, feedback, and responsiveness
- 6.5 mm ferrules – Compact ferrule construction complements the low-deflection S20 front end and 12 mm tip configuration
- Imago wood-look rings – Epoxy and cotton fiber rings provide a refined natural-wood appearance with enhanced resistance, performance, and dimensional stability
- Longoni URAL black hornbeam – Proprietary European hornbeam treated with Longoni's deep-staining process for an ebony-like black appearance while preserving visible natural grain
- Longoni HEXA-CORE technology – Advanced butt construction combining characteristics of X-CORE and XYLOCORE, using a CNC-machined Ergal aluminum component with calibrated grooves and mechanical and chemical fixing for precision, stability, controlled elasticity, and long service life
- VP2 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
- 20 cm 3-Lobite extension included – Supplied with a Longoni 3-Lobite extension for additional reach when required
- Premium natural wood combination – Crafted with URAL black hornbeam, curly birch, carrubo, and maple for a distinctive combination of color, grain, and natural character
- Hand-signed individual number – Each Evoluzione Citrus carries its own hand-signed production number within the 300-piece series
- Official Longoni certificate included – Signature cue supplied with the official certificate of authenticity
- Professional 3-cushion configuration – 142.5 cm assembled length and 510–540 g complete cue weight with a performance-oriented setup designed specifically for 3-cushion carom
- Adjustable butt weight – Minimum butt weight is approximately 390 g and can be increased or fine-tuned using compatible bolts from the Longoni Weight Bolt Kit
- Made in Italy – Manufactured by Longoni using carefully selected materials, precision machining, and established Italian cue-making craftsmanship
Product Specifications:
- Brand: Longoni
- Model: Evoluzione Citrus
- Professional Player: Marco Zanetti
- Discipline: Carom
- Product Type: Complete Professional Carom Cue
- Status: In Collection
- Limited Edition: Yes
- Limited Production: 300 Pieces
- Year of First Production: 2022
- Primary Woods: URAL, Curly Birch, Carrubo, Maple
- Wrap: No Wrap
- Total Cue Length: 142.5 cm
- Total Cue Weight: 510–540 g
- Weight Adjustment: Compatible with the Longoni Weight Bolt Kit
- Weight Customization: Butt weight can be increased and fine-tuned to player preference
- Butt Joint Collar Diameter: 22 mm
- Lower Collar Diameter: 32.5 mm
- Joint System: Longoni VP2
- Joint Material: Grade 5 Titanium
- Joint Type: Precision Metal Joint
- Embedded Technology: HEXA-CORE, VP2 Titanium, 3-Lobite Complete
- HEXA-CORE Component: CNC-Machined Ergal Aluminum
- HEXA-CORE Construction: Mechanically and Chemically Fixed with Calibrated Grooves for Elasticity
- HEXA-CORE Benefits: Structural Stability, Controlled Elasticity, Precise Installation, Long-Term Durability
- 3-Lobite System: Complete
- Extension Included: Yes
- Extension Length: 20 cm
- Number of Shafts Included: 2
- Shaft Model: Longoni S20 Stratos
- Shaft Material: Quebec Hard Rock Maple
- Shaft Construction: 20-Slice Laminated
- Shaft Discipline: 3-Cushion Carom
- Shaft Profile: E71 Eiffel
- Shaft Length: 70.5 cm
- Shaft Joint Diameter: 22 mm
- Shaft Ring: Longoni Imago
- Shaft Front-End Technology: JBR2 Ferrule System with High-Density G10 Support
- Shaft Internal Technology: VIBES-FOAM Density Compensation
- Cue Tip: Fuji Camogli Medium
- Cue Tip Diameter: 12 mm
- Ferrule Length: 6.5 mm
- Joint Protectors: Included
- Serial Number: Hand-Signed Individual Number
- Certificate: Official Longoni Certificate of Authenticity Included
- Pro Player Model: Yes – Marco Zanetti
- Country of Manufacture: Italy
Included Accessories:
- Longoni NEO neoprene bag
- Joint protectors
- Tip protector
- 3-Lobite 20 cm Extension
- Longoni cues brochure
- Longoni accessories brochure
- Longoni certificate
