RE: How do you tell the difference between jake and tom??
The fan is the first thing I look for and is a dead give away. The size of the bird can be a clue, as can the beard. These are not always solid distinguishers like the full fan, but can help. I've heard both Toms and Jakes that sound alike, so going by sound IMO would be the worst method of comparison. Make 'em strut and check for a full symetrical tail fan. BOOM!