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Ya, I hear you. I first damaged it about 15 years ago , it eventually got better but it started acting up again in the last year and a half . I do end up resting the elbow on the table a lot, that`s why I wondered if the angle of the tapered maul would be better.

Thanks Bruce. Makes sense that the heavier the maul, the bigger the effect. And your reminder about correct height is a good one. It makes a big difference for the other craft things I do and since I am new to this, I hadn`t given that aspect enough thought.

Very nice, both of them. Rosemary

I have read with interest the topics about mauls, wieghts etc. I have a specific question about tapered vs round... I have tennis elbow in my right arm which causes some discomfort. Since I have no intention of giving up everything I like to do ( A really stupid suggestion from a specialist ), I was wondering if a tapered maul would be easier to use and cause less strain . Rosemary

Clark, Sorry I was so late replying to this. We have been away. Thanks so much, this seems to be more of the type of finish I was looking for. I'm not really fussy on the glossy look, it looks too plasticy for me. Now to practice more so I can try this finish out. I haven't achieved anything yet that I feel needs preserving for posterity. Thanks again. Rosemary

I am very new to all of this and I am getting so confused with how one is to finish your work. Particularly if I don't want a glossy look. I am going to try and post a pic,,( it's very rough , I know but I thought it would be easier for someone to answer if they saw what I am trying to do). I am practicing on scrap to learn. I have coloured with Eco-flo Hi lites and need to know where to go from there. I am hoping for a more natural look, rather than shiny. oil, neatsfoot, other finish....I am getting lost in the options. Thanks and I hope my pic works. Rosemary

Too funny!! I thought they came that way and couldn't figure out how they would be used as a hardware tool.( Smacking forehead)

Do you happen to know what they call these at the hardware store?