Ya the cue is 300.00 new and this cue isn't new. You can order one with a better quality wood for 300.00. So why would I pay retail for a used cue? So say what you want. I don't want it that bad but for 200.00 I'll buy it. If you want it then pay 250.00 and it's yours buddy. Funny how people who aren't even interested in buying the cue chirp in and put their two cents in.