In centuries past, well-heeled gentlemen, and ladies too, were seldom seen without a walking stick in hand. Unlike today, canes of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, often boasting handles of precious metals and jewels, served as symbols of wealth, power and social stature. They were much more a fashion...

A cane is a rod fabricated from wood, metal, plastic, or glass, used by individuals as walking aids, ceremonial or professional batons, or fashionable accessories. Some historians and collectors distinguish canes from walking sticks by materials, with the former constructed from bamboo and reed plants, and the latter from wood,...

Canes were, for a period of at least three centuries, as crucial a part of the male wardrobe as a pair of trousers is now. Indeed, men were likely to have several canes, to be used on different occasions‚ at the office, going out in the evening and at the...

For people with mobility issues, a walking cane is a must. A sturdy cane can literally put you back on your feet again and actively enjoying life. When you finally decide to buy a cane, however, you're faced with a dizzying array of choices and features. This shopping guide will...

Search your local forest for a downed branch that's stout, straight, and preferably, blemish-free (no obvious cracks or big knotholes). The stick should reach your armpit and measure 1 to 2 inches in diameter. Remove twigs with a pocketknife and strip the bark if you want. Round off sharp points or level...

If you buy a cane that is too tall for you it can easily be shortened, keeping in mind that canes cannot be lengthened to be sure to measure and cut carefully.To measure your cane:Put on the usual walking shoes.Stand naturally upright as possible.Let the arms fall to the sides...

The Leather Wrist Strap for Canes was designed with the user in mind. So often we have seen people misplace, leave behind, drop, and damage their cane when they need to use both hands for something. This new wrist strap helps to eliminate those problems. The strap is made with...