i wanted a willie hoppe for a long time. got one and had some work done on it. new wrap, joint, joint screw, butt cap, bumper. i thought about getting it cut down but: it is such a fine break cue i am keeping it as is. for my stroke it is the best break cue i've had as far as power to the rack. not sure of the weight.
i have had a number of snakewood cues for sale. the only one i have left is a one piece butt with natural color rings and moose antler at hoppe style butcapp and moose at joint. there are no cracks in this cue.