Each shaft is constructed with 100% North American Grad "A" Hard Rock Maple which is carefully selected by seasoned craftsmen for maximum quality and straightness. This kind of quality control is usually reserved for higher priced cues.Protected Against Warping:We treat the wood with Nelsonite, a patented wood stabilizer that protects the wood from changes in the atmosphere; we then apply a proprietary epoxy finish that seals the cue and protects the wood from moisture and warping. High Gloss Finish: To protect each cue against fading and chipping we apply a High-Gloss "Super UV" Finish"Le Pro" Tips for Maximum Ball Control: "Le Pro" tips are the finest vegetable-tanned oak leather tips and are industry standard. The Le Pro tip has a special protective coating that seals and preserves the leather. They are manufactured by Tweeten Fibre in the USA. High-Impact Ferrule: Players cues have a special High Impact Ferrule with a lifetime guarantee against chipping and cracking. Variety of Wraps: There are many wrap options in the Players cue line such as genuine double pressed Irish linen for a smooth feel, simulated wraps for a great look, high-tech isoprene wraps for just the right texture, leatherette wraps with style, genuine leather wraps for a touch of class and our new full-length leather wrapped cues for style that's unmatched. Guaranteed 100% Straight: Every Players cue is guaranteed straight or your money back. Each cue is checked for straightness numerous times during the manufacturing process and then checked again before they are shipped from our warehouse.