i really like the one i had....it was just about an ounce to light or i would of kept it....i picked it up in trade just to see how they played and workmanship....very nice construction and looked very nice....had a firm hit but not to hard....joe is a super nice guy and is really proud of the cues he makes....he should charge more because you get alot of cue for the buck with him....would highly recommend his cues and approach to dealing with his customers...:thumbup: mickey