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I have an older Dale Perry Cue with a uni lock joint. I believe it to be ebony with fruit-wood points and what appear to be ivory inlays. I purchased this cue years ago from an auction, but since then I've seen dale's cues come down significantly in price. My cue is beautiful and has a great feel, it also seems to be very well made. Does anyone have any insight as to why his cues now sell for so little?