The macebell is a long handle with a weighted ball on the end.  Another old time strength tool that is a tremendous for improving grip strength, shoulder mobility, and core strength. Countless multi-plane and multi-joint exercises can be performed to train the entire body. When watching the sample exercises shown below one might ask, “why not use a sledgehammer?” Sure the sledgehammer would provide an inexpensive alternative to the macebell, but the length of the handle is the big difference.  Try out some of these exercises with a sledge.  Check out this link for pictures and instructions on how to make your own macebell w/ a long garden tool handle, bucket, and some sack crete.