I purchased the Sterling Skull Cue from a supplier online (www.rockwellbilliards.com)
The package came and i must say that i am impressed. The cue was in good packaging and there was no noticable mars or defects. i have since played this cue for over a month now and the only thing negative i can say about it is the tip. For my style of play the tip is too hard but this of course is easily fixed.
i would HIGHLY reccommend the Sterling to any beginner player. it is relativly inexspensive (80 Dollars US), It has a pro taper and it comes in a variety of weights and tips sizes.
(9/10)