The American Cherry stain on the G204 is a soft brown that allows the wood grain to come through. It is a perfect contract to the 6 German brass rings at the sleeve and both ends of the joint collar. This is a sharp looking cue with a G-Core performance shaft which makes it a great value at this price. Color Disclaimer: The beauty of wood lies in its natural irregularities. The color of wood and the stain applied to wood is affected by many factors outside of the control of McDermott Cue including, but not limited to, type of wood, color of wood, grain pattern or figure, wood density, mineral marks in the wood, and the staining application process. Every monitor and printer displays colors differently, therefore samples shown online or in print are for basic comparison purposes only and should not be used as exact references. By choosing wood you are accepting the natural and acceptable differences in color.