As you mentioned, it is subjective. For instance I dislike steel joints. Some of the Brands that I found "pleasing" were ivory Scruggs, Samsara, Meucci, Nitti. I also like light cues. Some like 20oz. Bottom line is you have to feel it to decide.
I think you are over thinking the rule. Just enjoy playing the game and if an action is questioned refer to the Div. Rep. and LO. It's supposed to be fun. You can spend forever in hypothetical circumstances.