While many sticks use a natural "knob" from the branch, more ornate designs utilize:
Favored for their durability and straight grain. Traditional Stickmaking
The most popular choice due to its lightness and availability. While many sticks use a natural "knob" from
A traditional stick is generally composed of two main parts: the (the long shaft) and the head (the handle). Common Woods: Traditional Stickmaking
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