This is the critical joint where the head meets the shank. A high-quality stick features a seamless transition, sometimes reinforced with a decorative collar or spacer made of bone or metal. Shillelaghmaking
While many sticks use a natural "knob" from the branch, more ornate designs utilize: Traditional Stickmaking
A traditional stick is generally composed of two main parts: the (the long shaft) and the head (the handle). Common Woods: This is the critical joint where the head meets the shank
The most popular choice due to its lightness and availability. Traditional Stickmaking
Ram, buffalo, or cow horn can be heated and shaped into elegant crooks or pistol grips.