Just had a fantastic purchase from Joe (AKA Bamacues) which was a Steven Klein. Joe is hands down a true gentlemen and has a real attention to detail. There was a small portion of buffalo horn in the joint material on the cue where the horn had resisted taking the stain. Joe looked over the cue after I informed him I was interested, and let me know about this stain or possible crack issue right away. He spoke with Steve(the maker of the cue) who confirmed that this was indeed just a visual issue as described above.
I got the cue very quick and it was packed securely. After inspection the visual abnormality was so small that I would have never noticed it had I not been looking for it. This kind of honesty, good price, along with quick and secure shipping would have me buying again from Joe in a heartbeat. Thanks!
P.S. This cue has since become my playing cue as it hits better than any I've shot with