I bought a bocote wood schmelke (with or without a wrap) with a standard maple shaft plus standard ferrule. Get them to put a samsara break tip or your use your local installer after the build. I've had many people say it is a great break cue and I got it for $200 with a wrap. They make it as one piece (can warp a little) but has a great solid hit given this build technique and the big pin.