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After my trip to Occupational Therapy last week for Tai Chi basics, I have been working on my custom cane again. I knew it was over length and took the opportunity to have a "pro" size it to me. I needed to take three inches off. After trimming the length, I reshaped a good bit of the shaft, and stripped the finish. I have been working over the past couple of days. After final sanding this morning, I applied the stains. Walnut to the walnut shaft and colonial maple to the maple/mahogany grip. Much better result.

After a couple hours for drying, I applied the first coat of poly varnish. Pics to follow when I'm back at the desktop to download.

I have over 10 canes cut in 4 different length and designs . My body tells me which cane I use that day . One size will not work for me .

I have a number of different canes, but this one was way too long.

I would definitely use a Cain if I were Abel

Henry88 wrote:I would definitely use a Cain if I were Abel

That might be a biblical feat.

tx gunrunner wrote:I have over 10 canes cut in 4 different length and designs . My body tells me which cane I use that day . One size will not work for me .

I also have one in pieces on the bench I picked up at an antique shop. I need to cut off a nub at the top that's worn, one at the bottom as well. Then replace both with a hardwood section I'll epoxy in place, adding strength with a short rod. Then I can reinstall the handle and foot.

He is a few of mine ..

tx gunrunner wrote:He is a few of mine ..

This is my favorite

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/69654 ... ymer-black

Here is the reworked cane... slimmer and refinished. Cut to the correct length.
I am pretty happy with it.

I made this one using my B&M shift handle off my race car for the last 40 yrs . Stainless steel shaft and I keep in my Miata

The shillelagh is the one I strapped on my motorcycle handle bars . It has no hook to catch on anything .