Tungsten vs stainless vs brass - pokers/rakes?

[InspirationToolworks]

So, I've seen tungsten, brass, and stainless versions of pokers and rakes.

I've used each of them at different times, but I'm not sure I noticed that much of a difference other than tungsten not sticking quite as much.

I was wondring if anyone has a strong preference, and if so , why? Is the cost and fragility of tungsten worth it to you?

I'm doing some product research :)

Thanks!

-Jeff

[Phoenix]

I love my simple and cheap stainless tools- but i do fall back to tungsten when I want to work in screaming hot glass or work handles

[chrisdd]

You can heat tungsten and it won't stick to hot glass, unlike other metals.

[baylie]

brass won't stick if you use bees wax

[e. mort]

For poking and raking I prefer Tungsten. For shaping I actually prefer stainless, but I use brass a lot because most stainless steel tools are too thin and heat up too quickly.