RE: A few questions
I like a glove, but lots of great archers and hunters use a tab. Use the one that works best for you. I think the fit of a glove is more important than it is with a tab.
I shoot wood arrows exclusively. The reason I went to them is because they are required to shoot in the longbow class at most of the bigger tournaments I shoot in, and I hunt with the same set up I use for tournaments. I kinda like them too. The best finish I've ever used is an epoxy finish. I can send you the recipie if you want. Not as quick as gasquet laquer, but a whole lot more durable, and not nearly as much stink as Bohnning finishes.
I'm mechanically incompetent, so I bought a Woodchuck taper grinder. I have heard of lots of folks making their own with a sander with good results. Just have to get the angles right for the point and nock.
Chad