Funny enough, I'm in the beginning stages of getting a cue built and was wondering what the Hoppe Titleist style cue I want will run. I figure I'm in for at least a grand.
I definitely wish I would have gotten the custom bug 5-10 years ago. There are a bunch of makers that I would love to own, but can't justify paying more than say $1500 for a cue although I am sure I will at some point.