i reccomend trying to find a mezz power break 2. if youlike to choke up on your grip or hold your hand near the middle of you normal grip when yo break then this is a great cue. they made the butt 6 inches short with a different weight balance. its nice.
ever try a "stinger" break cue? they have a phenolic tip. I've had mine for about 4 weeks now and like it. I bought the S/P version which was expensive enough at $250
i have a maple x-breaker in good condition i will sell for 250 shipped.the rings raised up a little,but i think that is very common on these cues from what i hear.