These lacrosse sticks are handmade and have been used in game. They are wood and can still break like wood so it is not anyone’s fault if it does break. Some wood is heavier than others and some wood is more likely to break than others. These sticks do not come with a butt end or a head. Since these are handmade it will take a little longer to finish sticks and apply finish so don’t expect the sticks supper quickly. Purple Heart is an expensive wood and typically isn’t used for things like lacrosse sticks but it looks and feels good.