I have decided to give in to the PAD and get a new Meerschaum straight black stem smooth finish Billiard. I have seen many of them with a black stem tha's not completely straight. Most of them have a hard transition on the stem from large to small. I am looking for one with a black stem with a taper to the bit. Has anybody seen or can anybody point me in the direction to find a new Meerschaum straight black stem smooth finish Billiard with a tapered stem? Thanks to all!