Really?
They might surprise you.
Lots of figured, birdseye, and curly maple in the top models. And of course, jet black ebony. Some of the top makers have done amazing conversions using these cues for blanks.
Of course, the shaft is everything. But that ebony butt sings when you strike with it. Music that you can feel.
This is one of mine.
I wish I had this one.