In 2025, titanium ferrules have become one of the most talked-about innovations in snooker equipment. Traditionally, ferrules were made from brass or composite materials. But the rise of titanium versions has sparked interest among both cue makers and professional players. Known for their durability, low deflection, and consistent response, titanium ferrules are steadily making their way into the game at the highest level.
The most high-profile example is Ronnie O’Sullivan. During the 2025 World Snooker Championship, O’Sullivan surprised fans and pundits by switching to a titanium ferrule mid-tournament. While he admitted to struggling with the change at first, commenting that he wasn’t always sure how the cue ball would react. His willingness to experiment shows how seriously the innovation is being considered. Even by the sport’s greatest player.
Another key adopter is Kyren Wilson, who has been openly testing the Century “Ti-F” titanium ferrule. Wilson has worked with Century Cue Tips in Sheffield. He has publicly discussed how the ferrule alters cue-ball feedback and spin response. His experiments have positioned him as one of the early ambassadors of titanium technology in snooker.
Beyond these headline names, cue retailers such as Cymru Cues and Century Cues report that several top professionals—including John Higgins, Mark Allen, Stephen Maguire, Anthony McGill, and Gary Wilson—have tried or are currently using titanium ferrules. While it’s not always clear whether each player uses them permanently in competition, the fact that so many are testing the technology speaks volumes about its growing influence.
As 2025 progresses, titanium ferrules are no longer a niche experiment. They represent a shift toward precision engineering in cue sports, blending tradition with cutting-edge materials. Whether every pro will adopt them remains to be seen, but titanium ferrules are already shaping the cues of the future.
Our thoughts
American cuemakers have been using a multitude of ferrule materials in the last 50 years. From natural options like Ivory and Stag horn, to synthetic goodies like Juma, Phenolic, Micarta, Elforyn, and Tomahawk. The list seems endless. Not only have they experimented many materials, but they also build the ferrules in many ways. Threaded or not, Capped or not, long or short, standard or extra thin. It’s about time that snooker explored options apart from brass ferrules. After all, it is 2025.
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