The one with a bazillion pieces won't be started until after the first of the year. I'm still doing the math for the patterns right now. As far as the handle goes, it's about the same size as 1/2 the tools I've used to make everything I have ever done. Plus the weighted handle makes it a wholw different tool in your hand. I think pictures don't do it justice. You can bet as soon as the Synergy are available I'll be on it. With segmenting I really don't need a long reach because the pieces are turned in 1/2's top & bottom. When I need to go deep I have a Keith Clark Hollowing system. I rarely ever need it though. I can use my 15V or my Crown/Elsworth. I'm still finishing up a humidor right now. All I have to do is some touch up on the underside of the lid and it all goes together. Unfortunately it's been raining for days here so I can't spray any finish. Good news though is that I can start another turning. As Budwiser says "Here we go!"