Clyde, I feel that it is very important to consider the size of the hand, height weight and strength of the person using the tool. A person who is tall will feel more comfortable with a longer shaft while a shorter shank would be better for those who chose to sit and tune. The ball does not work for everyone. My choice is a door knob shape but have made a T shape for one tech. It all depends on the shape of the hand and what feels good. The biggest reason that I like the wand style is that it weighs a lot less but has the same torque potential as the long extension hammer. (I use a long shaft) Being over 6 feet tall, with many back ailments, I stand only to tune tall uprights. the ball shape is great when needing to set the pin with the hammer at one o'clock I bump the bottom of the ball sometimes to set the pin. Joe Goss Mother Goose Music http://www.primenet.com/~imatunr/ ----- Original Message ----- > > What one person finds a tremendous improvement, another may find a step > backward. > >
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