Good reviews by all. If you like a whippy cue, don't buy a Josey, Top quality for those who like a stiffer hit with great feel. But I'm prejudiced...count me among those who love their Josey. Shaft? Since I got my Josey I no longer look for the perfect shaft. I have been tempted to buy one of his extra cost old growth shafts, but really don't see a need..If I were ordering another cue from him, I'd probably order one shaft standard, the other old growth, just to be able to compare.