Lightweight stainless steel joints hold this cue together, so the hit stays crisp and you feel exactly what the tip did to the ball. The shaft is maple hardwood, straight and durable through years of table time. A pro taper widens gradually under your bridge hand, which keeps the stroke feeling settled all the way through. An Irish linen wrap keeps the grip comfortable when the game runs late. It is a straightforward playing cue for a busy game room.