Cold Steel Irish Blackthorn Walking Stick with Polypropylene, 37-Inch
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Product Reviews of Cold Steel Irish Blackthorn Walking Stick with Polypropylene, 37-Inch
Product Review: Affordable,durable, functional
Summary: 5 Stars
I was looking specifically for a plastic cane. Plastic these days does not mean cheap. Poly is very strong, and my company uses it in industrial piping that is rated for several hundred PSI. I have several canes and hiking poles made of a variety of materials. I need something to help with balance. I spent just a few dollars less on a cane that I needed in a pinch on vacation. At first glance it looked good and was light, but is basically a piece of junk. I have no major complaints about the Blackthorn from Cold Steel, and to me it is well worth the money.
Yes- it is plastic, but it is a good looking cane in my eyes. If I look like Yoda, a hobbit, or a Leprechan using it, so be it.
It is significantly heavier than some canes, but for a person of my health and weight, the extra strength equals safety and offers versatility.
Yes, it needs a rubber cane tip. I found some at Walmart. I was able to jam on a 3/4 inch.
My hands are not large, so initially I had to find the sweet spot as to where to place my hand most effectively. I almost dropped my rating off a star for this fact, but it has such a unique and appealing look to me, that it made up for it.
I also have an African Walking Stick from Cold Steel. I would say the AWS is easier to handle, but less attractive. If I had to choose one for overall functionality, I would go with the African. It is also made of the same material.
I am about 5'9", with short legs. By the book these sticks are a little longer than optimal for use as a cane for me, but I have not had a problem with the length. A person who needs a cane for daily use should be properly fitted for one, and a taller person would likely need a longer cane. To be honest, if you have weakness in your hands or arms this stick may not be for you.
As mentioned I bought this for use as a cane, and when I want something strong but more attractive. I am not concerned about whatever may happen to this stick cosmetically should I need to smash a cinder block with it. If it came to something like that, I'm pretty sure I'd be more concerned about whether I needed to change my shorts.
Product Review: Awesome cane
Summary: 5 Stars
I'd give these people more stars if I could,the cane came extremely fast and in good condition,the only downside is that the black part scratches easily but its nothing a sanding and a coat of better paint and varnish can't fix. I am very pleased with this purchase.Product Review: Best Cold Steel walking stick
Summary: 5 Stars
Use it everyday.Added a 1 inch cane tip to blend it in better and cut the noise down while walking. Also makes it grab the ground better.Still works great on dogs.Product Review: Big Stick
Summary: 5 Stars
Tough and good looking, stopped a Large dog in his tracks with 1 blow to the head.
Very well made.
Product Review: Blackthorn Walking Stick
Summary: 5 Stars
Walking stick is exactly as described, good quality and very sturdy. I am on the heavy side and need a stick that will support my weight. One added advantage is night walking the item provides a high degree of security should it ever be required.Cold Steel Irish Blackthorn Walking Stick Md: 91PBS