I am not a good photographer to start off. I just got this new cue from Richard and it is a beauty. The cue has actually 4 veneers. Silver is inlaid between the black veneers. I guess it could be considered a 5 veneer cue. This cue came out just awesome. The silver inlay just looks incredible and really makes it look distinct. Richard said it will definitely be a one of one and will not attempt to do it again. Wasn't easy at all he said but the old master pulled it off. The pictures really dont show off the incredible curly maple good enough. I had him do some different ringwork and the cue I think turned out fantastic. Let me know your thoughts guys. I'm getting married later in the year so I dont know if the future wife will let me hold on to it. Or if I could afford to. Could be for sale in the future....