i have the older mezz sneaky and the pb2, along with various mezz shafts and I have to say that mezz makes the best production cue today. yes, they're expensive, but some of that is probably not mezz's fault, I think the dollar-yen ratio has some role in that. but of course, you are paying somewhat of a premium for superior wood selection and non-outsourced expert craftsmanship (made in japan, not outsourced to taiwan or china, etc.). but they're still worth it in my mind, they're that good. i'm considering picking up one of the new sneakies, they look great.