52in Strong Walking Staff for XL Hands, and similar items

52'' Thick Sturdy Spalted Wood Walking Stick for XL Hands Want a hiking staff that's strong AND extra unique_ This natural, rustic walking stick has over 20 gorgeous wooden diamonds, and unique spalding or spalted wood, where the wooden diamonds run together and twist and turn the wood. No stains or paints used whatsoever. Finished with 5 coats of clear poly that really make the natural colors pop out. GIRTH: Hand grip girth is best for a XL-XXL ADULT HAND (determined by what size work or winter glove you wear), as it is now. HOWEVER, we can often make it thinner so it fits your hand better by sanding it down a bit, if you need us to, at no charge. MAX. WT. 400 LBS: This heavy duty diamond willow wood walking stick can hold a lot of weight__whether one needs to lean on their walking stick to take weight off a knee, hip or ankle, or if one is a little overweight or even severely obese, you can count on this sturdy hiking staff. HAS CURVES: This walking staff has a few curves, making it extra intriguing, but the stick stands straight for the most part and works great. (I use one all the time and can verify that crooked hiking sticks work great and have marvelously charming character.) I use a walking cane DAILY (or hiking staff for woods trompsing), and have had the same hiking staff and cane for several years, and I take pride in making sure you get a beautiful, strong and sturdy walking staff to last for many years! ~~ Crafted with mosquito juice, sweat and love. ~~ SPECIFICATIONS ____________________ Height: 52 in. Top diameter: 1.5 in. Bottom diameter: 1.25 in. Weight: 2 lbs. 5 oz. (without packaging) Diamonds: 23 Item# CFW739 Hand Crafted in USA MAX WT: 400 lbs. The hiking stick in the first few photos is the one you will get. Great for hiking or camping trips, as well as every day use to help you get around, taking pressure off your knees, hips, etc.. Make a great substitute for a walking cane, too. This walking staff is a OOAK (one of a kind) item made from native northern Minnesota diamond willow tree, and handcrafted by me, a local, experienced artisan. __ Sustainably harvested in northern MN. __ Main bark removed by hand. __ Dried/cured for several months, naturally by air __ Meticulously sanded. __ Given 5 coats of clear polyurethane. __ Comes with new black rubber protector boot. WE CAN SHORTEN, at no charge. We'll happily cut it down for you. Just let us know the length you want. Measure twice and we'll cut once. SIZE GUIDE: For FLAT terrain, or rolling hills and groomed trails, a walking staff should be about 4-6" above the elbow, or a few inches below the shoulder. For HILLY terrain, a stick that's shoulder height or even a few inches above the shoulder is often preferred to help when descending. But preferences vary, and not all bodies are proportioned the same (eg, wrist to elbow, elbow to shoulder, etc.). ABOUT MAX WEIGHT: 400 lbs. ___________________________________ This can probably hold more weight, but I wouldn't want to guarantee that since I'm "only" 200 lbs. and test each stick to make sure it's sturdy, just by trying to bend it, but I don't run and jump with it. Wood does age, so be sure to inspect your gear regularly before use. DISCLAIMER: Since this is wood, and we're not a factory, I make no guarantees about the future condition of this walking stick, but CAN GUARANTEE it was strong without any large cracks when I harvested, cured, coated, listed, and packed it for shipping after it sells, inspecting it at each step along the way. However, PLEASE INSPECT ALL YOUR EQUIPMENT before each use to make sure no cracks or weaknesses have developed over time. Stay safe! NATURAL MARKINGS ________________________ The natural colors are spectacular, looking so much better in person than I'm able to capture with photos. DIAMONDS: Covered with an exceptional array of diamonds, with all sorts of wonderful twisting curves and a variety of tan, caramel, dark brown and reddish brown colors. RAILING: Has a bit of the highly coveted, unique and rare semi_railing effect, where the diamonds become one with the wood and twist and turn the wood due to spalding/spalting. Some "diamonds" even stick out like an ear, where you could pinch both sides, and maybe lace or pierce something through them. INSECT MARKINGS: Has a few insect and/or worm hole markings on this stick. Worm and other insect markings are actually coveted, as they are more rare than diamonds themselves. They help create a unique design, character to the stick, and add another dimension to the story of how efficient nature works. The worms or insects have long disappeared since I dry my sticks for several months, then sand and coat with poly. A very unique piece with great character. SHIPPING ___________ Packed very well and ships via USPS Priority. COST is calculated so neither you nor I pay more than actual shipping. (FYI, USPS just put a $15 SURcharge on anything over 22" long in 2022.) BUY NOW ____________ ...and make this unique staff that's full of great character your very own journey companion today! Or get someone special that one of a kind gift they'll cherish and never forget! HAPPY TRAILS!!!