Onyx – LTD laminated cue tips are made with the same boar hides as our Sniper tips. Each of the finest layers are then collected and aged with Tiger’s own secret process, turning each layer to black without using a black color dye. During this process, we are able to soften the layers to medium hardness, while making the leather firmer. It makes the tip easy to maintain and helps to cut better during repairs. Onyx – LTD is the most consistent by far of any tips made. It will only be produced in limited numbers per year. Purpose of the third orange color layer from the bottom is to warn you when it’s time to replace the tip & cosmetically make the Onyx-Ltd tip different than any other black color tip. This is to help you identify that genuine Onyx tip will be installed by your local installer. For those who want to have the best, Onyx- LTD is your choice, because its pure and its perfect.Features:Hardness: Medium (3+)Tiger Durometer (Type A): 95Mueller Durometer (Type B/C): 73-76Diameter: 14mm onlyTip Details:Color: BlackDiameter: 14mmHardness: MediumHardness Rating: 76.4Layers: 10Material: Boar hide