Are you a Hands On person? I frequently get emails from people saying the would like to see some special wood, and handle it before they can make up their mind, and I am a touchy-feely sort myself! You may choose two samples for four dollars- a price that basically covers shipping. (Ebonised, prismatic and painted finishes are a little more.) The samples will be small, about the size of a popsicle stick, and will include a raw and a finished side.