McDermott Stinger NG08 jump / break cue has ablack textured sport wrap for one of the best grips in the game. The tip features a stinger stem that projects downward through a hole in the center of the ferrule. On impact, the shock of the hit goes to the center of the tip and down the stinger stem, transmitting the impact directly to the center of the shaft. This results in a very efficient, precise hit.