information about Helmstetter Model RH10 cue?

[justinb386]

I traded my Meucci M-9 "The Hook" (Captain Hook) cue for the Helmstetter cue in the pictures.

Does anyone think that was a good trade for me (in terms of the value of the 2 cues)?

I was told that the original retail price of the Helmstetter Model RH10 cue was $380, but I would like to know if these cues are collectible?

Do the RH series of Helmstetter cues go down in value over the years, or up in value?

Does anyone know what the inlays are made out of?

I would also really like to know when the cue was made.

I tried looking online for more information about the cue, but I can't find any.

Is the cue in any of the blue books?

Does anyone know if the quality of the RH series is as good as the Helmstetter cues that are being made today, and is the quality as good as the Adams line of cues (like the Balabushka line for example)?

Is there very much difference in the hit of the cues?

Sorry if I asked too many questions.

Thank you.

 

[2cool2]

Model 97-10

Looks to be a model 97-10 according to the Bluebook. Sold for $330 new. 90% condition is $180 according to the bluebook. Haven't seen too many of these though. Unfortunately, the Hook cue is probably worth more than the Helmstetter. Both are nice cues.