Learn About the Cane

​The Crook of the cane is the round top or “crook” handle of the cane is typically widened to facilitate easier spinning of the cane, and for grabbing or grappling.

Crook diameter (approximate):    3”;    4”;   5”

Horn type: Round, Angled, Sharp Viper Style Head, Long Bird Type, Custom Snake Head, Ruby Crystal Eyes, Wiggley Eyes, Indent Eyes, No Eyes, Serrated Horn, Dragon Style

The “HORN” or end of the crook, may take several forms, from a sharpened end, used for gouging or touching pressure points, to an ornate or stylish carved end.    Legend says that giving a carved cane horn “eyes” brings the cane to life.

Grips:  The shaft of the cane, as well as the crook, can have different types of grips applied to it, to facilitate holding onto the cane, or permit use of the cane for other exercise purposes, such as with rubber tube type exercise bands.  Small groves may be cut into the shaft to assist in holding it with sweaty hands, to larger finger grooves and even a thumb rest.  Grips can be placed on the crook, shaft top, shaft middle, or shaft bottom.

Cane Tip:  The end of the shaft of the cane is referred to as the tip.  Most canes have a rubber tip to facilitate a better grip on the floor.  A custom copper or brass tip may be added for style, or in some cases it may be a combination all weather tip, which may have a metal tip under the rubber tip, to aid in use on snow or ice covered surfaces.  Blunt, heavy tips may be used to facilitate a heavier striking end of the cane.

​Cane Length:  If you need a cane to assist you in walking, it should be properly sized to fit your needs.  Typically, this is a measurement from the floor to your wrist, when your forearm is held at a comfortable 15 to 20 degree angle from the floor.  If you are simply using the cane as a walking stick, use as long a cane as you feel comfortable walking with.  Standard cane length is 36 inches, longer canes are usually special orders, although adding various tips can also lengthen a wooden cane.  Wooden canes without tips can usually be shortened to any required length.

Special Cane Fearures:  Some canes have special carved features, such as serrations on the shaft, to assist in defending yourself against people grabbing you or the cane.  The serrations serve a dual purpose, also holding an exercise band in place for strengthening exercises.