Jacoby Vs Schon

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Hanky

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Hello all, I just wanted to get your thoughts on comparing these two cue manufactures. If said cues both shared steel joints,to whom do you feel has the superior quality, Workmanship, ect.? Any stories you would care to share are welcome as well.

Thanks

Hanky
 
Hanky said:
Hello all, I just wanted to get your thoughts on comparing these two cue manufactures. If said cues both shared steel joints,to whom do you feel has the superior quality, Workmanship, ect.? Any stories you would care to share are welcome as well.

Thanks

Hanky
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I am curious myself, all though I know the owner of Schon, it doesn't mean I know they are a better cue.
 
I like schons a bit more, but jacoby's are fine cues. The jacoby's I've played with (haven't owned any..but shot with a few so take my comments with a grain of salt) hit very nicely. Forward balance point, on the cues I shot with and liked how they played.

I just like schon's and joss cues. Think they hit very close to one another and balance point is about the same.

I'd personally try to find both cue's and get in some shots with them and see how you like each one. Hit is such a personal subject that its hard to define.
 
I like schons a bit more, but jacoby's are fine cues. The jacoby's I've played with (haven't owned any..but shot with a few so take my comments with a grain of salt) hit very nicely. Forward balance point, on the cues I shot with and liked how they played. And I like Evan Clarke, always been helpful when either emailed or talked to him on the phone. I'm sure the jacoby's are very nice as well, though I've never talked to them.

I just like schon's and joss cues. Think they hit very close to one another and balance point is about the same.

I'd personally try to find both cue's and get in some shots with them and see how you like each one. Hit is such a personal subject that its hard to define.
 
I think the preference is in each player. Its hard to compare two quality cues as to which one is better. All the Schon owners will prefer them and vice versa for the Jacoby owners. I do know from selling both cues that Jacoby outsells Schon by a lot. Probably 5:1? This isnt because of quality I dont think. I think because Jacoby has a LOT more variety in designs and costs dollar for dollar a lot less than Schons. I think the "serious" players usually look for Schons first because they prefer the hit and it has a little more prestige here in St Louis pool rooms. I do know that Jacoby is maybe the number one company I have dealt with in terms of service quality and keeping promises and doing repairs on their cues. I really think David Jacoby has taken that part of his company to another level.

Disclosure: I own several Jacoby cues, but my playing abilities would never be classified as "serious". I buy them for the quality of workmanship and for the looks. I figure if I can't impress anyone with my shooting skills, I will just give them cue envy. :rolleyes:

But like I said. Schon cues are requested by serious players a lot more often. Maybe when I can shoot better I will prefer a Schon? Who knows.
 
ive seen nice specimens of both cues......id say as far as craftsmanship goes they are actually pretty close when you are comparing like cues ($1500 cues or $500 cues). Ive shot with both and prefer the hit of the schon, and im probably biased cuz it is my primary player.
 
I've never owned a Jacoby so I can't give you a comparison. I've owned several Schon's and I've liked all of them. Some more then others, but all were better then alot of other cues I've played with.

Somethings to consider here though. Schon's typically have a thinner but then most other cues out there. Some people like it, some people hate it.. (Personally I like it) To me Joss's even though they are the same length feel "short" and almost "stubby" when I'm playing with them. I believe there taper starts closer to the ferrule then the taper on a Schon and that's why the cues feel that way to me. Don't get me wrong I like Joss's as well (I own 2 of them right now), and my Joss Sneaky is my current playing cue until I get my Schon fixed.

Overall you can't go wrong with a Schon though, they are definately nice cues and they last a life time if you take care of them.

DJ
 
Jacoby is the winner

Schon has many very nice designs and about 20 years ago they were a fine playing cue. But, today they do not perform like the cues of yesteryear.

Jacoby's on the other hand are very nicely balanced and hit great!

The Jacoby's are in their stride at this point and making some of the finest cues out there.
 
schon vs jacoby

i have played with a schon for a number of years.i also added pred shaft .it plays very well.i then bought a very nice jacoby,and in my opinion,i like the hit of the jacoby.but as we all know is personnal preference.it has a more solid but soft hit.more feedback.the schon has the more famous "tink" when hit.i have played with older schons also and found the same to be true.the netal joint on the jacoby has a phenolic insert ,wich is the main reason for the difference.just an opinnion.later
 
Same but Different:

Jacoby & Schon look very much the same in piloted 5/16-14 but thats where the simularity ends.Schon has a true stainless joint where the Jacoby has stainless tubing with phenolic lining. Thus making the hit completely different. I prefer the Schon hit but thats just preference especialy like the older ones with the slightly larger butt dimensions.I guess thats why we've got 80 million cue makers an 40 or so joints.




One Mans Opinion

Pinocchio
 
Analytical analysis

Although I have never owned either, I have hit with several that friends of mine owned. One friend, in particular, owns Schon's and is a representative of Jacoby cues. Both hit well, but I like the overall feel of Schons. I have seen some great looking cues by Jacoby, but when you get into the higher dollar ranges, the Schons inlays and overall appearance are more pleasing to the eye, IMO, especially the older Schons.

Now, not to downplay Jacoby's though because they are very nice cues, but I have a slight problem with how they are balanced, always feeling like they need to be more forward balanced, because I feel the weight of them in the upper part of the wrap when I would prefer to feel it up higher in the forearm and joint area, but that is just me.

Both hit well, but I always feel like the hit on the Jacoby is with a thinner shaft than with the Schon.
 
My .02

I have played with both and like Jacoby over Schon. I spent a lot of time with Dave this past week and think he is a great guy. Actually, he is going to call me if he ever needs some dental work!;) LOL Dave
Purdman:D
 
Purdman said:
I have played with both and like Jacoby over Schon. I spent a lot of time with Dave this past week and think he is a great guy. Actually, he is going to call me if he ever needs some dental work!;) LOL Dave
Purdman:D
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I'd like some braces myself!
 
I have been shooting a lot recently with a new Jocoby I recently picked up. I love it.

I have hit with Schon's in the past, where it was nice, it wasnt nice enough for me to want one really. I like Jacoby better.
 
Of course you understand that all you are gonna get out of this thread is opinions. If ya really want to know, try them both for yourself. Then you will have the only opinion that really counts!
JMHO Purdman
 
I play with both my Jacoby & Schon (5/16 x 14). They both are great hitting cues. My Jacoby has a smaller diameter butt compared to the Schon and also the taper is longer on the Jacoby shaft with a slightly taller ferrule (1 1/8). The Jacoby is forward balanced. Overall, the Schon to me has better balance and I like the way the shaft seats when it's put together.
 
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