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If I understand this correctly then as :-

-one of the key diferences between Hitter and Swinger is the position of the right elbow on downswing -Pitch or Punch positions.

- it therefore seems natural that there would be a difference in elbow positions at Top / End of backswing to prepare for this.

- Hitters have an elbow position ( and hence forearm position) that loads the side of the shaft( clubshaft on plane but pointing upwards and behind you). In my mind this has elbow pointing more outwards than downwards - ?? almost like "flying elbow"?? maybe

- Swingers elbow position is more downwards , pointing at ground?? because the club is now parallel to ground and the loading is against the top of the shaft( clubface on plane, shaft parallel to plane line)

- Take your hitting elbow position at top (more sticking out ) and try to swing ( ie. get to pitch position = down and in front of right hip) and you are struggling. (as per Annikin's last post)

Is this correct interpretation? Photos would be nice please. Just trying to spell it out for the learners like myself!

Thanks for any help.

Yes, that is pretty much it in my view. How the right forearm flying wedge forms the 90 degree angle to support the shaft - either 'under' it for a swinger or 'behind' it for a hitter.

Their difference, to a large degree, the amount of rotation allowed going back.

If both flying wedges are maintained properly (the right wrist does not cock and the left wrist is cocked by the right elbow motion) the difference visually can be subtle, but the feel is very clear, especially for a swinger using standard wrist action and startup swivel.