@ a metal end like a cup with a magnet, other covers for various uses would slide over staying in place by the magnet. Rubber tips, ice cleat tip, spike tip etc etc.
Interesting! I was talking with a man about 6 months ago who makes canes that fire a .22 LR. The barrel is inserted into the cane along its entire length. He was walking with one that day and yes, showed me how it worked, upto the point of firing. Keep up the good work!
About 30 years ago I made a cane out of a sassafrass branch I found in the wood behind my parent's home. It was broken off a fork that looked like a horse's head. Dad passed at 99 in 2011, and I'm now using the cane myself at 85.
I love that walking stick. I have one with a hand carved handle that was given to me. A dear friends dad carved it we are guessing its around 30 plus yrs old. It is not often i dont have it with me!!
Hello Mr. Nolan, I made a walking stick based on the 1947 Boy Scout handbook, and it came out great. I will now add the compass as per your directions. Great video, thanks for sharing.
I've been making walking sticks for friends and family for years, but the compass idea never crossed my mind. Most brilliant ideas are the simplest. Thanks from a new subscriber!
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts I was a forward observer with the 101st. I called fire for A10's along with artillery so I can relate to the Nomads. Here's to you brother!
From over here in England I just had to tell you that you had me spell-bound. Watching you build your walking stick while explaining clearly the procedure. Sir, I even understood the way your hands tied the slip knot. I gonna have a go at making one of these for when I venture out in the wood behind our home. I might have to find a smaller compass to set in the top as the sticks behind our house are mostly Hazel, they grow straight but some what skinny around. Thanks again for reminding me why God gave us hands. Keep well "Mountain Man".
I like the embedded bark. I prefer to just clean up the loose stuff. Gives it a bit more character, kind of like us old folks picking up a few more wrinkles here in there.
I purchased 3 walking sticks from a VA retail store in Houston. 2 went to a male nurse for him and a friend to use when hiking. Mine I use everyday and for protection.
Good looking stick den I have made one or two myself and I did that zigzag pattern on one of mine and a diamonds pattern on a couple and they're really pretty and sold well
Nice stick I'm right at 6 feet and I need a walking stick right at 38 to 40 inches long and I need some weight to it I weigh 365 so I like a nice heavy stick. Thank you.
That's why I leave them a little on the long side so people can cut them to the length they need or want. Most of my sticks will support more than what you need. Thanks for your comment.
I just saw a UA-cam video last night where you take a plastic bottle put on a open can like your stain then shrink the plastic bottle with a heat gun. After that you can shake your stain or paint then unscrew the plastic cap and pour out what you need. Looks like it would eliminate a lot of mess. U wrap about 20ft of Para cord as a grip for the walking stick. A nice piece of string can come in handy in an emergency.
😮i have a crew of beavers that live in a lime stone marsh in the back of my property near Salisbury Connecticut,,,they turn out a hundred or more a year for sale at the winter festival, the spring festival and the huckleberry festival, proceeds go to a local benefit,,,
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts I never said "don't burn it". I just said "tape it before you cut it". (This keeps the line from ballooning with the little glob of gunk at the end.) Fish it through the hole, tie your knot(s), _then_ melt it to keep it from fraying when you're happy with the knot placement and ends (after removing the painter's tape, ofc). The loose end of the unused spool is now more visible and _temporarily_ capped. A little bit of tinning wouldn't hurt, either. Keep up the good work!
Mr. Nolan, Great video, have several sycamor and eucalyptus staffs I've cured for over 30 yrs. Giant bamboo also. With winter upon us, I plan on being in the shop finishing some of them! Thanks for the tutorial and encouragement, Blsgs, gg. 🙏🙏🙏✝️✝️✝️❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙋☝️☝️☝️
Very nics. I have thoughttk of drilling, a hole at the top of my walking stick in order to insert a rebar that I could sharpen and then cover with some sort of cap. Nope, I figure that if a dog attacks you or a bear or a 2 legged creature. I would want your property, it might come really useful
Hi .. I make these all the time to .. got oak and maple all about and get some good wood .. but you were done before you began … everybody likes the rough look .. Your Stil in my shop would be rough sand and ting oil wiped .. .❤️❤️❤️
I just saw a UA-cam video last night where you take a plastic bottle put on a open can like your stain then shrink the plastic bottle with a heat gun. After that you can shake your stain or paint then unscrew the plastic cap and pour out what you need. Looks like it would eliminate a lot of mess.
Now, Master Nolan, that's one good solid stick, sir. You also thinkin' of adding some form of brass or copper ring on the bottom end to keep them wood fibres from splayin' out.? Could hold the thing together well. Nice work, sir!
I make all my sticks without an end cap. I leave them long so people can cut the off to suit their height. I used to make them at custom lengths but found most buyers wanted either longer or shorter. So, I now make the all from 56 to 58" long so the customer can cut off as need to size. Also saves them some money by me not putting in Dexter cost for a tip of some kind. Thanks for your comment.
My Dad started making walking sticks 40-50 years ago. I still have one made of Dogwood, and what’s neat is he used the sapling that had vines twisted around it. Peel them, smooth with sandpaper, coat with shellac. Wish I was artistic.
🇺🇸🙋♀️ Great lookin walking stick! Your idea of making lightning strikes made me think of a guy on Big Timber on Netflix. He used a couple wires connected to a battery I think, put them on a slab of wood at the mill and the electricity burned in the wood, making a really cool pattern. Just something to think about.
I do Lichtenberg wood burning and have used it on some of my walking sticks. I had some cracks to fill on this one is why I didn't use it. The electric burning does look more like a lightening stick. Thanks for your comment.
I think it's better to use Tung oil after stainning. If you use Pure Tung Oil it is is also Food Safe. Lynnseed Oil is not food safe. Either way, I think Tung Oil is the better choice.
The positive pressure face mask that I use is call the "Trend Airshield Pro Full Faceshield" I purchased it from Amazon. Here's a link if you want to check it out. amzn.to/3YXvY5k I may make a small commission if you were to purchase one but it's from Amazon, not you. Thanks for leaving a comment, sir.
Hi Dennis, may I ask what you put on the bottom of the stick that hits the ground? Also where do you get your sticks? Thanks your tutorials are great. 🇨🇦
I don't normally put anything on the tips. I leave them a little long so they can be cut off to preferred lengths. I get most sticks from hikes in my 40 acre woods and also from other private woods that I always ask permissions to gather fallen branches. I hardly every cut anything.
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts Yeah and the watches really need to be on your wrist to get all the functionality. They can't replace the reliability of a compass anyway.
Good video! You work hard at this and I appreciate your dedication. I do not use Instagram. How would one contact you to buy your walking sticks? Thanks very much
I have a stick from 1969 dad pushed down a ash tree and I go a branch and made me a walking stick call it Moses could smack a tree and you would shake figured Moses parted the red sea i could part someones head as got older use as a cane now when needed still have it son wants it when im gone
I buy these on Amazon. They match the compass on my iPhone. There is no brand attached to these. Most compasses today come from China. I just know those that I use can get me close to where I want to go. If you know of any better made in the USA please let me know.
I cut saplings and use fallen limbs from a 80 acre woods that I own. You can get permission from private property owners also. Thanks for your comment.
How’s this for an idea try an old piece of wood Drexel in the shape of the lightning ⚡️ get some round brass wire cut too the 3 sizes of the lightning ⚡️ insert the wire mitred at the joints, I just thought of this so it’s untried just an idea as iam watching you
Prices vary from $40 to over $100. It depends on where you sell them. Problem with mailorder is shipping is more that the sticks. Thanks for your comment.
I have two sticks in the shop, so one for grandson and one for me. Good project.
Thanks for your comment.
The thing we need moast of all is a magnet to pick things up when we get older
Great idea, David I will consider that one!
@ a metal end like a cup with a magnet, other covers for various uses would slide over staying in place by the magnet. Rubber tips, ice cleat tip, spike tip etc etc.
And a grabby fingers
wouldn't a magnet effect the compass?
Interesting! I was talking with a man about 6 months ago who makes canes that fire a .22 LR. The barrel is inserted into the cane along its entire length. He was walking with one that day and yes, showed me how it worked, upto the point of firing. Keep up the good work!
I could do something like that but I would be banned from UA-cam. It is something that could come in handy.
About 30 years ago I made a cane out of a sassafrass branch I found in the wood behind my parent's home. It was broken off a fork that looked like a horse's head. Dad passed at 99 in 2011, and I'm now using the cane myself at 85.
At 81, I make and use them. Thanks for sharing your story!
A good man with a walking stick in the hands is worth to bad men in the bush !
You gave me an idea of what to do with my brass compass ! Thanks 👍
You're right about the good man with a walking stick. Glad you liked the idea. Thanks!
Thank you for taking the time to show us!
You are a good teacher.
You are very welcome.
I love that walking stick. I have one with a hand carved handle that was given to me. A dear friends dad carved it we are guessing its around 30 plus yrs old.
It is not often i dont have it with me!!
Thank you for your comment. They do last a long time. Generally they are passed down thru the ages!
It looks great .
Excellent tutorial and absolutely love the compass idea.
Glad you liked it!
Absolutely beautiful walking stick ! Love it!
Many thanks!
Hello Mr. Nolan, I made a walking stick based on the 1947 Boy Scout handbook, and it came out great. I will now add the compass as per your directions. Great video, thanks for sharing.
Sounds like a great idea! Thanks for commenting.
I just had spinal stenosis surgery and i made a walking stick .it helps me walk straight up.
They do help with things like that! Thanks for your comment.
Thank You for Sharing Larry !
Larry?
Thanks for your comment!
Great stuff. Especially the knots
Thanks!
I made one with Osage Orange about 50 years ago and still use it.
Thanks for your comment, Dave! I love the Crab Apple tree.
@@OzarkArtsandCraftscrab Apple and hedge apples are a bit different
I agree. Osage Orange pretty indestructible and rot resistant. One of the most favored woods for bows by Native Americabs.
@@davebenson1294 great wood here in Missouri lol.
I've been making walking sticks for friends and family for years, but the compass idea never crossed my mind. Most brilliant ideas are the simplest. Thanks from a new subscriber!
Thanks for leaving a comment. Here's to the screaming eagles! I was a Nomad.
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts I was a forward observer with the 101st. I called fire for A10's along with artillery so I can relate to the Nomads. Here's to you brother!
Another cool walking stick. Great job Dennis. 👍🏻
Thanks, Dave. 👍
From over here in England I just had to tell you that you had me spell-bound. Watching you build your walking stick while explaining clearly the procedure. Sir, I even understood the way your hands tied the slip knot. I gonna have a go at making one of these for when I venture out in the wood behind our home. I might have to find a smaller compass to set in the top as the sticks behind our house are mostly Hazel, they grow straight but some what skinny around. Thanks again for reminding me why God gave us hands. Keep well "Mountain Man".
Thank you soo much for such a kind comment. Always happy to share what I do. Keep on, keeping on! Cheers
Love it ! Im finally working on another walking stick.
Great, can't wait to see it! Thanks for your comment. Keep on, keeping on!
Hola! Mr. Dennis great job Sir! Sure could use one of urs! God Bless! Thanks 👍👍
Thanks to you! 👍
Great job Mr. Dennis! These Folks won't get lost now with that compass!!
Get out there!
Have fun!!
And keep Stickin' To It!!!
You got that right! Thanks. Keep on, keeping on!
Mail order?
Nice, instructive video. Thanks Dennis
Appreciate your comment.
I am making one now with blue ash so far so good I am using a y branch for the top
Sounds like you have a good one started!
You always make the coolest sticks👍
thanks, Luie. Keep on, keeping on!
I like the embedded bark. I prefer to just clean up the loose stuff. Gives it a bit more character, kind of like us old folks picking up a few more wrinkles here in there.
You got that right! Thanks for the comment
I purchased 3 walking sticks from a VA retail store in Houston. 2 went to a male nurse for him and a friend to use when hiking. Mine I use everyday and for protection.
Awesome! Thanks, Henry. I used to live in Houston.
Good looking stick den I have made one or two myself and I did that zigzag pattern on one of mine and a diamonds pattern on a couple and they're really pretty and sold well
Thanks, Keith.
Great job. You make it look so easy 😮. 👍👍❤...
Glad you liked it. Thanks for your comment, Larry!
Nice walking stick! Great job, Dennis!
Thanks for commenting. Keep on, keeping on!
Nice stick I'm right at 6 feet and I need a walking stick right at 38 to 40 inches long and I need some weight to it I weigh 365 so I like a nice heavy stick. Thank you.
That's why I leave them a little on the long side so people can cut them to the length they need or want. Most of my sticks will support more than what you need. Thanks for your comment.
Awesome Workmanship ♥️
Thanks for your comment!
I just saw a UA-cam video last night where you take a plastic bottle put on a open can like your stain then shrink the plastic bottle with a heat gun. After that you can shake your stain or paint then unscrew the plastic cap and pour out what you need. Looks like it would eliminate a lot of mess.
U wrap about 20ft of Para cord as a grip for the walking stick. A nice piece of string can come in handy in an emergency.
Thanks for sharing the plastic bottle idea. Using it for emergencies is one of the main benefits of using paracord when you can for a grip.
Looks pretty cool! Well done Dennis 👍
Thank you, JoJo, appreciate your visiting.
😮i have a crew of beavers that live in a lime stone marsh in the back of my property near Salisbury Connecticut,,,they turn out a hundred or more a year for sale at the winter festival, the spring festival and the huckleberry festival, proceeds go to a local benefit,,,
Thanks, Patrick. I have a few that came from Beaver Dams. Lots of Beaver in Missouri!
Real good ideas here. Good job!
Thanks for leaving a comment.
Fine work sir. 😊
Thank you kindly
Wrap some painters tape tight around your paracord _BEFORE_ you cut it. Keeps everything nice and neat.
Yes, that will work but it's a more temporary fix until the tape comes off. If you burn it it won't fray again. Thanks for tip.
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts I never said "don't burn it". I just said "tape it before you cut it". (This keeps the line from ballooning with the little glob of gunk at the end.) Fish it through the hole, tie your knot(s), _then_ melt it to keep it from fraying when you're happy with the knot placement and ends (after removing the painter's tape, ofc). The loose end of the unused spool is now more visible and _temporarily_ capped. A little bit of tinning wouldn't hurt, either. Keep up the good work!
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Mr. Nolan, Great video, have several sycamor and eucalyptus staffs I've cured for over 30 yrs. Giant bamboo also. With winter upon us, I plan on being in the shop finishing some of them! Thanks for the tutorial and encouragement, Blsgs, gg. 🙏🙏🙏✝️✝️✝️❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙋☝️☝️☝️
Sounds great! Good time to get started.
Simple and Useful. Thank You. ❤️🤍💙
Yes, Thank you!
Thanks for tutorial sir, enjoyed watching. I did subscribe.
Thanks, Terry.
Nice job god bless
Thank you and may God bless!
Great hiking stick.
Thanks for commenting.
Yes sir good idea !
Thanks!
Great work mate 😊
Thank you! Cheers!
Very nics. I have thoughttk of drilling, a hole at the top of my walking stick in order to insert a rebar that I could sharpen and then cover with some sort of cap. Nope, I figure that if a dog attacks you or a bear or a 2 legged creature.
I would want your property, it might come really useful
That's a good point, no pun intended! Good idea!
Hi .. I make these all the time to .. got oak and maple all about and get some good wood .. but you were done before you began … everybody likes the rough look .. Your Stil in my shop would be rough sand and ting oil wiped .. .❤️❤️❤️
Good stuff, Charles! Thanks for your comment.
I just saw a UA-cam video last night where you take a plastic bottle put on a open can like your stain then shrink the plastic bottle with a heat gun. After that you can shake your stain or paint then unscrew the plastic cap and pour out what you need. Looks like it would eliminate a lot of mess.
Thanks for your comment.
How about a link to the video?
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This wasn’t the one with the paint can but the procedure is the same.
ua-cam.com/users/shortsV3sNcDMc94A?si=KvLbJxEafiqPCeNl
Enjoyed your video thanks for posting 👍
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting.
Beautiful stick im sure it'll last beyond a lot of us watching and commenting
I think so too! Thanks for your comment.
Also make walking sticks mostley with wild bamboo , also work well greetings from South Africa Colesberg. Northern Cape.
I have used bamboo for about everything but a walking stick. I don't have access to any growing bamboo. Thanks for leaving a comment.
Now, Master Nolan, that's one good solid stick, sir. You also thinkin' of adding some form of brass or copper ring on the bottom end to keep them wood fibres from splayin' out.? Could hold the thing together well. Nice work, sir!
I make all my sticks without an end cap. I leave them long so people can cut the off to suit their height. I used to make them at custom lengths but found most buyers wanted either longer or shorter. So, I now make the all from 56 to 58" long so the customer can cut off as need to size. Also saves them some money by me not putting in Dexter cost for a tip of some kind. Thanks for your comment.
Looks alot like mine. I get compliments from the carbon fibre pole folks when i’m out walking.
Thanks for your commenting..
Great job luv it ...
Thanks for your comment
Awesome!
Thanks!
Thanks!
Thanks for the super thanks, and your comment!
Thanks
Your welcome and thanks for commenting.
My Dad started making walking sticks 40-50 years ago. I still have one made of Dogwood, and what’s neat is he used the sapling that had vines twisted around it. Peel them, smooth with sandpaper, coat with shellac. Wish I was artistic.
Vines do make interesting sticks. Thanks for your comment.
Awesome stuff, hi from hull UK
Thanks for your comment, Sam. Cheers
How long should a walking stick be. I am 6'2" tall. So I am trying to figure this out.Thanks,for any information you all can pass on.
52” to 56”. Some like them shorter than that some like them longer. It’s just a mater of preference.
🇺🇸🙋♀️ Great lookin walking stick!
Your idea of making lightning strikes made me think of a guy on Big Timber on Netflix. He used a couple wires connected to a battery I think, put them on a slab of wood at the mill and the electricity burned in the wood, making a really cool pattern. Just something to think about.
I do Lichtenberg wood burning and have used it on some of my walking sticks. I had some cracks to fill on this one is why I didn't use it. The electric burning does look more like a lightening stick. Thanks for your comment.
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loved it.i think ill be making one soon.
Thank you, Santa. You can do it!
Thank you - what do you think about lynnseed oil after stain?
I think it's better to use Tung oil after stainning. If you use Pure Tung Oil it is is also Food Safe. Lynnseed Oil is not food safe. Either way, I think Tung Oil is the better choice.
My wife does a lot of woodworking what is the positive helmet/mask that you are using?
The positive pressure face mask that I use is call the "Trend Airshield Pro Full Faceshield" I purchased it from Amazon. Here's a link if you want to check it out. amzn.to/3YXvY5k
I may make a small commission if you were to purchase one but it's from Amazon, not you.
Thanks for leaving a comment, sir.
OK thank you.
Thanks for your comment, Robert!
Subscribed! Great video! Thanks!
Thanks for the comment and sub!
Hi Dennis, may I ask what you put on the bottom of the stick that hits the ground? Also where do you get your sticks? Thanks your tutorials are great. 🇨🇦
I don't normally put anything on the tips. I leave them a little long so they can be cut off to preferred lengths. I get most sticks from hikes in my 40 acre woods and also from other private woods that I always ask permissions to gather fallen branches. I hardly every cut anything.
Thank you Dennis
Nice
Thanks
Informative and interesting. Where do I find the compass? Thanks.
Got it from Amazon. Here's the link: amzn.to/4duz2tK
How do you finish the ground tip?
Three coats of Poly. Thanks for your comment, John.
What kind of wood do u use ?
A large variety hardwoods. Hickory, Sassafras, Maple, Hornbeam (Ironwood), Elm are some of my favorite. Selecting a hardwood is the key.
Put an apple watch or google watch on it maybe an airtag. You can always find you phone or your stick.
An AirTag might be a reasonable idea bit an Apple Watch may be to expensive!
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts Yeah and the watches really need to be on your wrist to get all the functionality. They can't replace the reliability of a compass anyway.
Good video! You work hard at this and I appreciate your dedication. I do not use Instagram. How would one contact you to buy your walking sticks? Thanks very much
Thanks for the comment, Floyd. I will have them on Etsy and my website in the near future.
Very nice . Where do you get your sticks?
Thanks. With permission from private land.
I then put a piece of heat shrink over the entire length, leaving the last 8 inches on the top for my hand! The walking stick will last forever!
Thanks for your comment.
I have a stick from 1969 dad pushed down a ash tree and I go a branch and made me a walking stick call it Moses could smack a tree and you would shake figured Moses parted the red sea i could part someones head as got older use as a cane now when needed still have it son wants it when im gone
A great story. Yes they do make good heirlooms. I've heard of and seen many that have been passed down.
Where can I buy the compass in bulk ? Thanks-Rich
I get them off Amazon. I have a link in the description for Pocket Size Compasses. Thanks for your comment, Pappa!
Real nice work. I amy have missed it, but what species of wood do you normally use?
Oak or Maple are my favorites. Thanks for leaving a comment.
Dennis where can I find "directometers " (compass) that size , I make walking/hiking sticks and I want to put compass on them .
Here's a link for those that I use. They seem to be fairly accurate for a cheap compass.
amzn.to/4g0BCtn
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts Thank you SIR ,
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What type(s) of wood sticks??
Hickory, Maple, Locust, Hornbeam are my favorites but most hardwoods work out great. thanks for commenting.
What brand of compass do you use? Some of the mini- compasses are not very accurate.
I buy these on Amazon. They match the compass on my iPhone. There is no brand attached to these.
Most compasses today come from China. I just know those that I use can get me close to where I want to go. If you know of any better made in the USA please let me know.
New subscriber here, just found your channel 😊
Do you sell your products?
Yes I do. Locally so far. I have a website coming soon. I will announce it in a future video release. Thanks for subscribing.
Where do you get the raw Hickory?
I cut saplings and use fallen limbs from a 80 acre woods that I own. You can get permission from private property owners also. Thanks for your comment.
What kind of wood is that...
I think I said in the video that it was hickory. Thanks for your comment.
This walking stick - what type of tree did it come from, please?
Hickory. Thanks for commenting.
How’s this for an idea try an old piece of wood Drexel in the shape of the lightning ⚡️ get some round brass wire cut too the 3 sizes of the lightning ⚡️ insert the wire mitred at the joints, I just thought of this so it’s untried just an idea as iam watching you
I'll take your idea into consideration! Thanks for your comment, Robert.
What do you charge for your walking sticks . I am trying to get a income for myself
Prices vary from $40 to over $100. It depends on where you sell them. Problem with mailorder is shipping is more that the sticks. Thanks for your comment.
@OzarkArtsandCrafts thank you I subscribed hope it gros your channel
Tung oil finish.
Thanks for your comment.
Lightning bolts?…ruined it.
Thanks for watching and your comment.
Give me a break.
Thanks for commenting.
I did watch but didn't like it. Some viewers might like it.
Thanks, Stevan.
@@OzarkArtsandCrafts I always make a walking stick but it's an impact tool also. Impact tools and compass don't work together.
not rocket science
Correct! Thank you.
Nice but not impressed.
Thanks for leaving a comment.
You ruined a good piece of wood by gluing a cheap dollar store compass to it. And your lightning bolts, that's a failure too.
Thanks for leaving a comment.
@cheflorezo4491 Why would you leave a rude comment?
Because he's an.asshole@@dadnammon1
What kind of wood?
All my stick are either Hickory, Ash, Elm, Maple, Sasafras or Hackberry. I don't remember what this exact one was made with.