Pure X HXTE2 Billiards Pool Cue Stick w/HXT Low Deflection Shaft

Would I recommend for someone of any skill level to buy? Probably not anyone rated 7+ or anyone with a long wing span like me.My only dislike is the overall length since I’m 6’2 with a 75” wing span. But that is my fault for buying a standard length cue.For beginners: the tip comes, what I like to call “sealed.” Meaning it won’t accept chalk that well. Get yourself a scuffer/shaper tool and have someone show you how to use it.Value for the money: the low deflection shaft has certainly improved my game. The tip on the shaft is outstanding for the cost of this stick. I was thinking about putting a Kamui soft on the stick but it doesn’t need it.The grip: now I will say the texture of it threw me off at first and I thought the grip would make my hand sweat while under pressure during league matches, but it seems to have had the opposite effect. My old stick was the standard wrapped type and my hand would start to sweat after I made 5+ balls in a row and was nearing an out, not on this stick. 2-3 racks in a row and my opponent is sweating, not me.My APA rating: 6 in 8ball and 5 in 9ball

Was looking for a low deflection, well made cue. Only down side is the "inlay" is just graphics overlay. Was hoping for a bit more in that area. But was of the only options with a leather grip at my price point. I like the grip but will take some getting used to after only using Irish Linen. When I get a chance to play, I will update the review.

It has a nice feel to it.

This is my 1st cue I’ve owned. I love it. It’s made a big difference in my game, even just having a consistent cue helps, but this cue has great feel, balance, is super accurate and has a great tip. I won my 1st league match with this cue this week.

I loved the look of this cue. The inlay is beautiful! I bought a 19oz in hopes to improve my game a little, not a lot! After reading multiple reviews on a ton of sites, I decided to settle on this. I couldnt be happier. This cue is amazing! The only flaw I had initially was the wrap felt extremly fake. Thought it was garbage at first. As i've adjusted to it I love it more than your standard string wrap and solid wood wrap. I did end up taking 600 grit sand paper to the shaft and lightly sanding it from the tip to the factory gloss, making it slide with ease. Im very pleased with this cue, and I promise you will be too!

Shooting pool.

The media could not be loaded.  Really like the looks of this stick, I think it’s very well made. It’s straight and shoots perfectly, and is able to handle trick shots with ease.As a masse stick it does a great job, I’m able to get a lot of crunch on the cue ball. It’s pretty inexpensive, so if I break it then a replacement would be cheap compared to fixing my other sticks.A winner!

Shaft is very nice, minimal squirt when using side English. Butt has great design, but the wrap is not good. Makes your hand sweat, and I haven't got used to that.