Interesting materials patterns and the overall look of the Schon CX22 custom pool stick is no accident. In true Schon fashion this is a superbly crafted instrument that incorporates function with beauty for a truly magnificent experience. Stained Birdseye Maple on the forearm and sleek ebony on the sleeve is carefully adorned with inlays of ebony maple and ivory. Bold balabushka style rings in ebony and ivory complement the designs and create more visual appeal. The use of high quality materials continues with the black Irish linen wrap with white specks piloted stainless steel joint for a stiff hit hardrock maple shaft and proprietary ferrule and tip. Schon lives up to its reputation for excellence in the craftsmanship of this cue.In business since 1981 Schon employs a small in-house staff of full-time craftsmen who give great attention to quality. And because the cues are produced in smaller quantities designer Evan Clarke is able to personally finish and test each cue ensuring it stands up to the German meaning behind the name Schon beautiful.