Hand Cut Hiking Stick

The Kingfisher Hand Cut Hiking Stick includes an installed carbide tip and is available in custom lengths for walking, hiking, trekking, backpacking and trail running but it's also the best choice for urban corridors, dog walker areas and places requiring security. It's made of Appalachian hickory, arguably the world's strongest wood. The Straight Stick: Along with wood choice, which in this case is phenomenally strong and beautiful Appalachian Hickory, the other most important characteristic of the hiking stick is its shape: a straight staff gives the user the most flexibility in choosing hand position for optimal working length. When climbing uphill or downhill, it can be grasped higher or lower for best reach and balance. Adjustments can be made instantly. Since there is no left or right hand bias, the hiker can quickly shift between hands. Although branches and irregularly shaped sticks provide a whimsical appearance, they also restrict the hiker's hand placement and limit the adjustments possible with a straight uniform staff. Recommended length considerations: Important! The default length (shortest length) is 50" and this may be preferable for those seeking a hiking staff similar to the traditional Japanese jo staff however, a longer length might be warranted. See this link hiking stick sizes.  Two diameters are available. The original 15/16" diameter is intended to be light and fast - it has a more slender feel. The 1" diameter option is thicker and has a medium girth for those preferring a slightly thicker feel.  The Kingfisher Hiking Stick is intended for optimal speed, maneuverability and reach but its origins are related to the Japanese Jo Staff. This historical 17th century wooden staff became embedded in history as the unlikely weapon used in a legendary duel with Japan's most celebrated swordsman. For a fascinating account - see this link: The Wooden Staff of Japan Delivery Time