This is all great information. I've not heard of Jacoby before now, I'll have to find out more about them. I think I've decided between a McDermott or Viking. I haven't seen any Meucci's for less than $300, but I haven't checked the Pawn shops yet.
I agree with 'Not the arrow, but the Indian'. Same is true with Golf, but I wouldn't want to give up my Ti driver