Can you please tell me what are the advantages/disadvantages of having ivory joint put on a cue ? I tried to find this information and I couldnt find anything.
Playability = None. Some players think it plays the best, others don't, and still others couldn't tell the difference in the playability. Me, I say none.
Resale = More return on your investment, most of the time.
It definately adds to the value of the cue. As for playability, everybody has their own opinion.
I personally don't care for the hit of Ivory. I put an Ivory Joint on the cue I just built myself because I like the looks. I sleeved it over Phenolic. In my opinion, it is the best hitting cue I've made.