My post about " what is this tool" got sidetracked somewhat.. But it got me to wondering.. I have used home made and I have used store bought hyd splitters for years.. Both will on occasion will get that special chunk of stubborn wood and when it decides to split .. It goes a flying .. I've had them launch 6-8 feet .. One flew out side ways the other day and hit me right in the stomach .. But.. One fellow posted that if you have a properly made wedge .. Non of this will happen.. I don't believe it.. Your thoughts..