New Mali quality?

[spliced]

Hi,
I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the new "vintage line" of Mali cues. I know they are made in China now, but so far they are the only sneaky pete i have seen with sharp points at both ends, which I love. Does anybody have any experience or know the quality of their cues now? Wood selection, construction, warping, etc?

Thanks!

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[mongoose-]

I have hit around and owned a couple of the vintage malis. My playing cue is a predator. I have always liked the traditional pointed cues and for the money mali has some of the best looking ones out there in my opinion. I have had no problem with warping or anything else with the ones I had and I have heard no probs from anyone I know using one. Too bad they are made over seas now. But if you are gonna try one for that price you won't go wrong.