Pure-X: Changing Your Game Is A Science Billiards may be a sport, but changing your game is a science. Pure-X low deflection technology cues come power-packed with high-tech performance enhancements – at a glance these cues may look like old Pure-X Technology Features HXT Low Deflection Shaft drastically reduces cue ball deflection – 2 styles available: Classic and Skinny High-tech ferrule with lightweight polymer core aids in reducing deflection The Classic shaft is 12.75mm diameter; the Skinny shaft is a slim 11.75mm Both shafts feature a Kamui Black soft layered tip for superior grip, spin and durability Pure-X shafts arent just about flashy technology – theyre built on a solid core of tried-and-tested quality. Pure-X shafts are built using 100% hand-selected North American Grade A Hard Rock Maple for maximum straightness.