I have done a bit of searching around and i just can't find a paddle that i like that i can afford. Just my i found a few that are real nice but i just cant afford to spend that kind of money.
So i have decided that i will just build my own, just like i am building my own 4 poster bed.

So the question is, has anyone made there own paddles?
What are good woods, bad woods?
Fur or not to fur?
Holes, not holes?
leather or no leather?
Etc, what has been your experience?

Thanks