Collectible canes and walking sticks are available in a wide range from many cultures and time periods. The basic purpose of a walking stick or cane is to help a person balance while walking. Walking sticks used by hikers aid in clearing the way as well as breaking downhill or added support for going uphill. They have also been known to be used as a defensive or offensive weapon which may even conceal a blade in the end. Around the 17th or 18th century a rigid stick took over from the sword as a part of th
Sometimes a custom size or finish is desired, so a custom mount would be the solution. 10-31 Inc. has been making custom mounts for over 25 years and makes a very nice stand for these pieces. They can also fabricate wall mounts as well.
Ashplant — an Irish walking stick made from the ash tree. Devil's walking stick — Made from Hercules plant. Shooting stick — It can fold out into a single-legged seat. Supplejack — Made from a tropical American vine, also serves as a cane. Penang lawyer — Made from Licuala. After the bark was removed with only a piece of glass, the stick was straightened by fire and polished. The fictional Dr. Mortimer owned one of these in The Hound of the Baskervilles. Makila (or makhila) — Basque walking stick or Staff,
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