Is a European and conical taper the same? I guess I should rephrase the question. In most shafts they have a pro or elongated taper for 12 or so inches from the ferrule. Is the European from the ferrule to the joint in one continuous taper or are there variations? Im in the process of designing a cnc program for making such a taper but Im not sure I want it end to end or partial or what. I played with a shaft that had an end to end taper but the tip was about 11.5 mm. Very stiff in design and hit really well. But Id like something with a bit more leather say about 12.25mm or so. Im debating doing a taper from the ferrule back about 20 inches and the a little more profound to the joint. Is that a conical taper?