A very traditional long stick, beloved by country people. Called a 'thumbstick' because of the natural 'V' in the handle, which is comfortable to hold with one's thumb resting in the 'V'. It is made from chestnut wood, a favorite for rustic sticks. Sometimes the bark is removed from chestnut sticks, but in this example, it has been left on to give the stick an interesting appearance and texture.  

Fitted with a Combi-spike ferrule, removable rubber ferrule fitted over a spiked one, so that the stick may be used on both hard and soft surfaces).  

• Overall height approximately 51".  
• Item weight is approximately 0.84 lb.