Wiccans: What material do you use for your wand? Do you experiment with different metals, woods, etc?

Twisting gvine 14" in length, suede leather handle, and clear quartz stone fastened on end. It is a beautiful piece of work that was constructed by the person that got me interested in Wicca 26 years ago. He died of AIDS 6 months later. Not only does it have power, but also great sentimental value.