Melee Witch Builds (Sword or Claw)

One thing bothering me is, I have no idea what the difference is between swords and fists i like them both and would appreciate if someone would explain the differences.

I'm building a melee witch because I like interesting builds.

This one has high damage decent crit chance at 235% but only 50% multiplier it also has no life leach or regen which makes its damage risky compared to my other two builds.

STR:114
INT:110
DEX:264
LIFE:298%



Thanks!

*Edit
Here is what my Claw Version would look like:

Major difference is claws has more life leach/Crit dmg/crit chance but noticably less hp with a modifier at 220% instead of 280%

STR:64
INT:180
DEX:254
LIFE:220%





*Edit

Claw Build 2 10% more life but less crit chance by 30% but 40% more crit multiplier it also has 100 less accuracy putting its accuracy at 388 instead of 508 but it gains 50str and and 10% more melee weapon damage as well as attack speed making it the more efficient build as it allows for the player to wear any type of armor they want.

*IMPOTANT NOTE!
This build allows for 1 free points to be allocated where you want, either in 8% more claw accuracy or 2% block, I would suggest spending it on helping one of the bandits either Oak for the 12% damage or 40 health. The 8% resistance is also noteworthy this should be considered before picking the health as they both are effective uses for this build.

STR:114
INT:190
DEX:194
LIFE:230%

For abilities i would be using dual strike and whirling blades for the most part, what can I say im not complicated.

Having maximized my three builds ive decided to persue build 3 with claws because of life leach and higher crit multipliers I feel this build is better for the witch because of the proximity to the majority of claw specialties and allows for a better overall play.

What I mean by that last part is im not going to be waiting till lvl 90 to obtain my damage and can detour to health nodes when needed also I feel the witch has a much nicer animation with claws over swords.

I hope this helps others and if so please post here to ask questions or suggestions or even if you find any of this useful!

Thanks.