I will not disclose his name because it seems like he hasn't made the news public yet. A a few days ago i sent an email to this individual interested in purchasing a brand new custom play cue from him. I specifically wanted to get this process started as being able to possess a cue from him would be nothing but an honor, based on the numerous amounts of praise I've read about him, and the incredible quality, craftsmanship, and imagination he puts into his designs. He emailed me back today and said he is semi retired. He plans to only make specialty cues, those cues I'm sure will be in the 5 figure price range. I'm glad he has his new life set up, from the description it is clearly incredible. I'm definitely happy for him, and sad at the same time. I mean, i don't even know why i'm sad, I've never met the guy, heck, I've never played with his cue. I guess that shows you the power that words have that others use to speak of this gentleman. He gets so much respect and praise amongst the pool community its like i already know him. Either way i'm going to purchase a collectible cue from him and I guess I'll have to just go ahead and get a play cue cue of his from cornerstone, recollection cues, j&j, etc.