Six sided pole

The initial model:

my first try in getting it better:

I was worried about the crossing edgeloops that this created.

So I tried this, after applying the mirror modifier: 


But that resulted in even more crossing edgeloops than I had with my first try. 

Any suggestions?

Thanks

i just had a quick look, but maybe something like this?

When modeling or retopologizing a symmetrical object I make a habit of establishing a center loop that runs the entire circumference of the mirrored axis. Vertices at the exact center of the loop always meet in a four-pole and I don't change this as I'm working. For most of the things I do I don't need to touch things up at the end. However, depending on the mesh the center edge loop might not be required and could be dissolved after the mirror modifier is applied.