This cue has a threaded rubber bumper and features a West African Ebony wood handle. 24 white and blue premium pearl inlays continue up to the double-pressed Irish Linen wrap. More white and blue pearl inlays are seen in the forearm of the cue.

The joint is a 5/16 x 18. The ViKore shaft comes standard with a Viking Super Ferrule. The installed tip is an Everest.

How It Actually Plays:

ViKore Shaft (13mm)

• Hitting the ball with a soft hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 1.75″ mark. 
• Hitting the ball with medium hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 2.5″ mark.
• Hitting the ball with a firm hit, the ball hit the far rail right between the 2.75″ and 3″ marks.

eXactShot Shaft (12.75 mm)

• Hitting the ball with a soft hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 1.5″ mark. 
• Hitting the ball with medium hit, the ball hit the far rail at about the 2.25″ mark.
• Hitting the ball with a firm hit, the ball hit the far rail right at the 2.75″ mark.

Final Thoughts:

The A543 has a very nice feel to it. The ViKORE shaft plays well and the Irish linen wrap has good feel in your hand. Overall, this is a beautiful and clean looking cue. 

Manufacturer Information:

Tip: Everest® Laminated – Ferrule: Viking SUPER Ferrule, capped and threaded onto the shaft – Wrap: 100% Irish Linen – Shaft: ViKORE Hard Rock Maple (Aged 5 years)  – Benefit: Extreme Control & Accuracy – Turnings: 9 to 11 turnings over 18 to 24 months – Taper: 12″ to 14″ Pro Taper  – Finish: Ultra-violet Urethane 3 coat finish – Forearm: West African Ebony – Joint: High Impact Black (IMA), flat faced with a brass insert – Pin: Viking 5/16 x 18 Quick Release, Stainless Steel – ButtPlate: White  and Blue Premium Pearl with Viking Logo – Bumper: Threaded Rubber – Warranty: Lifetime, including warpage