[Big-O]

I have just recently became disabled and took up making hiking sticks. I just wanted to say hi and I am looking forward to getting to know everyone.

 

[Batakali]

Hi and welcome! Nice looking stick. Is that a copper pipe cap for the ferrule?

 

[Big-O]

Yes it is. I've used the copper pipe cap on several sticks.

 

[RandyL476]

Welcome to the forum Randy from Alabama that's a good looking stick you made.

 

[Batakali]

Yes it is. I've used the copper pipe cap on several sticks.

I use it myself, I like the "rustic" look it gives a stick and it's a heck of alot easier to grab a handful at the local hardware store.

 

[MJC4]

Welcome aboard Big-O! Nice looking work. Like the paracord wraps on your sticks! I use braided paracord for most of my lanyards also.

 

[CV3]

Hello and welcome to the forum Big-0.

 

[Big-O]

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome.

 

[Rodney]

Welcome! Sorry about the disability. Nice looking stick!

Rodney

 

[cobalt]

Trouble is with copper its a soft material , you can get heavy duty brass ones which will last longer

 

[Whiteroselad]

Hello and welcome Big-O. It sounds as though you are in a similar situation to myself, Good luck with the site, I hope that you find it useful. N.

 

[Big-O]

Thanks everyone for the hellos.

 

[JJireh]

Welcome from Middle TN. I use copper reducers then put rubber into the end. That gets the look, but also allows for traction and indoor use.

 

[MJC4]

Welcome from Middle TN. I use copper reducers then put rubber into the end. That gets the look, but also allows for traction and indoor use.

JJireh, how do U secure the copper reducer to the stick and what do you use for the rubber stopper if I may ask?

Could U post a pic? I am looking for readily assessable alternatives to the rubber chair tips I have been getting from Home Deposit or Lowlys. Sounds like a good solution.

TX

Mark

 

[Gloops]

A big welcome from the UK Big-O.

 

[Rodney]

Welcome from Middle TN. I use copper reducers then put rubber into the end. That gets the look, but also allows for traction and indoor use.

JJireh, how do U secure the copper reducer to the stick and what do you use for the rubber stopper if I may ask?

Could U post a pic? I am looking for readily assessable alternatives to the rubber chair tips I have been getting from Home Deposit or Lowlys. Sounds like a good solution.

TX

Mark

I'm not JJireh but here's what I do. I've been using copper couplers or short sections of 3/4 copper pipe. I like the added stability of the larger size but it's still not as bulky looking as a rubber cane tip. For the rubber I buy rubber stoppers and turn them down to fit. I drill and countersink the rubber and secure it with a screw up through the center. The copper is either epoxied or pinned on the shank. So far the tips have been holding up well. I haven't priced couplers lately but I figure I have around $3 in each cane tip.

I prefer the look of brass but copper is a lot less expensive.

Rodney

 

[Rodney]

Big-O looks like you've made a bunch of sticks so far. Are you letting your blanks cure at least a year before using them?

Rodney

 

[Big-O]

Big-O looks like you've made a bunch of sticks so far. Are you letting your blanks cure at least a year before using them?

Rodney

No sir, the ones pictured in my gallery were cut about 4 months ago. From what I'm reading I did not let the cure long enough.

 

[cobalt]

brass ferules in the Uk are under $1.5 of your dollars

There are far harder wearing they usually have a heavy duty steel on the bottom base I always fit them then fit a rubber ferule over them

you don't need to screw them to the shank just shape the shank base then epoxy in .will out last copper many times over . should last the life time of the stick easily

 

[Batakali]

Big-O looks like you've made a bunch of sticks so far. Are you letting your blanks cure at least a year before using them?
Rodney

No sir, the ones pictured in my gallery were cut about 4 months ago. From what I'm reading I did not let the cure long enough.

I've found the year of seasoning to be more of a guideline than a rule. I've done sticks that have cured for just a couple months and have been fine.