This Balabushka pool cue is licensed official by the Balabushka family of the late George Balabushka. His original construction made a huge impact on the building of quality cue sticks, and this reputation is again available in this cue stick reproduction. Featuring a Birdseye Maple Forearm, Brown Stain, 8 Point African Ebony Splice,4 High & 4 Low, with a 13mm Tiger Everest tip, and a pro taper, this cue assures effective play along with its high level of collector’s value. All Balabushka Cues come with a Certificate of Authenticity and George Balabushka joint protectors and velvet sleeve.Features:Birdseye Maple Forearm, Brown Stain, 8 Point African Ebony Splice, 4 High & 4 Low4 Ivorine Diamond Inlays in ForearmStainless Steel Joint Collar with 5/16-14 PinWhite with Black Spec Irish Linen WrapCanadian Maple Shaft, 13 mm Pro Taper, Phenolic Collar with Silver Ring, Brass Pilot Wood Wrap, Juma Ferrule & Pro Layered TipCustom Joint Protectors with Logo & Black Velvet Bag with LogoGeorge Balabushka SignatureCue Details:Cue Type: Playing/ShotmakingSections: Two-PieceGrip/wrap: White with Black Spec Irish Linen WrapJoint type: 5/16-14 PinJoint collar: Stainless SteelForearm: Birdseye Maple Forearm, Brown Stain, 8 Point African Ebony Splice, 4 High & 4Lo wButt Sleeve: 4 Ivorine Diamond InlaysButt Plate: EbonyWeight AdjustableAvailable weights: 18- 21 oz.Overall length: 58Number of shafts: OneShaft material: Birdseye MapleShaft color: Natural MapleShaft construction: SolidShaft length: 29 in.Shaft diameter: 13 mmShaft taper: Pro TaperTip name: Tiger EverestTip hardness: Medium