Came across this cue in a local sports shop £39.99 as a possible presi for my boy ok its a cheapo cue but the splurge says it it is hand spliced ? (Dont think the butt is painted) and from what I can see it has a modern vacuum joint plus mini extention I am no expert but it appeared a good cue for the price, are cheap Powerglide just China rubbish or would it be a good punt for a entry level player ????? P/S MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL ON THE T.S.F.