I have to admit, for simplicity, versatility, and price, I greatly honor the humble pipe nail. I do like my several Czech tools, a little folding stainless steel pipe tool, and lately a willow tamper that came (long ago) with my Two Cousins pipe rack, but what I grab most often is a pipe nail or horseshoe nail. Since they cost less than a dollar, they do not get lost, except maybe among the junk in my pockets. If I spent $30 on one of those appealing tamper tools, it would disappear in a week. I'm reinforced in my pipe nail admiration by our venerable member foggymountain, who is an artist and has a strong sense of design. Haven't heard from him in quite a while, but hope he's doing fine.