WC Lathe Werks Shift Knobs

[Aviator44]

I plan on ordering a new shift knob from WC Lathe Werks in the coming weeks.

If you are unfamiliar with WC Lathe Werks, here is a link to the site. Chris makes a very high quality product.

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My dilemma is that I'm indecisive on what style shift knob to order. Either the traditional sphere knob or piston knob.

Sphere
WC Lathe Werks | Truly Unique Shift Knobs, Proudly Hand-Crafted in The USA!

Piston
WC Lathe Werks | Truly Unique Shift Knobs, Proudly Hand-Crafted in The USA!

I'm aware a majority of this decision is based off of personal preference. Having never drove with a piston style knob I'm unsure on my own.

So, I ask a basic question of that between the two designs, which do you prefer? If you would like to include what you view as benefits or drawbacks of each design, please do. This isn't intended to be a debate on which is better. Just gathering the forum members personal input.