the 314-2 has a more solid hit and just feels better IMO I had switched back to my 314 while the tip was being replaced on my 314-2. The tips I wanted were out of stock so it took a few days, glad to have the 314-2 back........ I play with a P2........
Switched back to my 314 after getting a 314-2, but mostly because my 314 has a smaller tip. For some reason I can't remember if it's because I had it turned down or whether the 2 comes with a bigger tip. Some memory I have...
The main difference is that the 2's are made in China, have a slightly fatter taper, use a phenolic core in the joint end, and did away with the soft melting ferrule used orignally. I like the hit & playability of the 2 better myself.
I have both, and for the past couple of months have been using the 314 vs the 314-2. Not sure if, in part, I'm liking the 314 better because of the tip. I'm going to try out a Kamui Medium on my 314-2 to see if that sways be back to the 2nd generation shaft.
I really like the action I get with my 314-2 with out using a lot of power, I had a 314 for the same cue and did not like the shaft at all. I could not get as much action or if I did I had to use a lot more power with the 314