The Meucci Carbon Fiber Shaft has a polyurethane foam and it is core plugged with maple. It creates quite a deep and warm sound when it strikes the cue ball. This also has a ferrule that is of 3/8" proprietary and it rivals the others that are available in the market. This also has a tip of 12.25mm ivory ultra skin and the shaft is 29" Carbon Fiber Composite and also a 15" pro taper. As far as the pin is concerned there are various options available. The color of the collar is black. Valhalla Pool Cues