I know you've been trying to move this cue for awhile. Kenny's work is flawless. Best of luck with your auction this time out. Just a slow market this summer.
The shaft was turned smaller awhile ago. Maybe 6 months ago? I got this cue exactly 1 year ago, but I don't have the time to play anymore...and Yes, the murrell taper is still there.
Also, the cue has a moori medium tip. It plays very good. It not only hits straight, but you can put a lot of english on the cue ball. I don't miscue on this tip like other tips (especially the hard tips and the blue dime tips). I have already sold my other kenny murrell cue and the buyer was very pleased.