At the Stick and Cane Shop we have a wide variety of all different ranges of sticks and canes, so for the first-time-visitor it can seem like an overwhelming selection from which to choose your ideal stick. These blog posts aim to reduce the confusion and bring together similar styles or tastes in our sticks and canes, helping to make the choice a wee bit easier.
With this in mind, today we are looking at some of our beautiful sticks and canes which have natural wooden handles. Many of our customers like the natural look and feel of a cane with a wooden handle, and although the moulded plastic or metal handles feel just as comfortable, there is something that is particularly aesthetically pleasing and trustworthy about a wooden-handle – perhaps it’s the lacquered finish, the grain of the wood, or the way in which the wood has been wrought – what ever your reasons for choosing a wooden-handled stick, we are sure we have the ideal stick or cane for you!
Chestnut Crook Handled Stick
This stunning crook-handled stick in natural chestnut wood is ideal for anyone who likes the appeal of a traditional, rustic stick full of bucolic charm and style. There is a reason that this type of stick has been around for so long, and continues to be used to this day; that is, simply, that it works! These can last a lifetime if care and attention is paid to them, and they are an ideal trusted companion if you enjoy walks in the countryside. At such a low price, these make a great ‘emergency’ stick to keep in the car should it be needed.
- Length 92cm
- Weight 325g
- Fitted with a rubber ferrule
Black Derby Cane with Natural Handle
The Derby Cane is named after Lord Derby, The classic contours of the handle allow it to be hung over the wrist, leaving the hands free.
This cane is made from hardwood finished with a black stained shaft and a natural handle. It has a gold gilt collar under the handle.
- Fitted with a metal ferrule
- Length 92cm
- Weight 300g
This walking stick is ideal if you find that using a cane produces too much strain on your arms or joints. This beautiful stick has a shock absorber mechanism and comes with an Ash Derby handle, and brown metallic height adjustable shaft. Chrome plated spring. Silver gilt trim under handle.
- Height adjusts from 79cm to 102cm
- Rubber ferrule
- weight 435g
Made from natural Blackthorn, this thumb stick is an ideal companion in a variety of situations. Whether used for extra stability on a rural walk or as an ideal accessory in the game fair beer tent, long sticks are practical companions for all!
The thumb stick is so called because it is held with the thumb resting in the natural “V” and the stick is fitted with a combi spike/ferrule.
- beautiful and natural blackthorn stick
- 137cm long
- weight 425g
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