I got you beat as I'm now have been making walking sticks for about sixty years, Nice to hear from another craftman

Glad you enjoyed it!

We have three tortoise one way over 100 years old we had him for forty years

Thanks

+That would be a nice remembrance, wish I could do it for you. remember you have to let it dry for at least a year any more advice just ask

I wish you could too. I'm sure it won't be as beautiful as your works of art. However I'm very thankful I came across your video. Thanks for the advice! I didn't know. See you already saved me from ruining it. 😃 Can you suggest what type of finish and sealant would work best for dog wood?

Watch oil is my favorit finish stick with 200 sand paper and apply the Watco oil with a clean rage let stand for 10 min's they wipe it down with a white rag every couple of hr.'s till no color is on the white cloth, let dry a couple of days and presto your cane is finish. if you want to varnish later use varathane ( not nessary)

I also hope to see you and that will inspire me to get it done

Not better, but hanging there, still makin walk sticks and canes, have about half of a dozen going

Thank you for watching my e-tube

I hope mountain man is ok now!

I just saw this video for the first time. I see you posted about the decline in "Mountain Man's" health a year ago. Of course I am so sorry that he and the one's close to him were struggling, and of course however things turned out I only hope that you all are at peace, hoping he recovered from his sickness, or if his time was finished on this side of his journey I only hope that he is peaceful now with no suffering. He appeared to be the type of fella that everyone would benefit from knowing, I think I would have been honored if I could have known this wise gentleman, I know he could have taught me a lot, not only with his such beautiful walking sticks that I too so enjoy creating, but I am quite sure he could have taught me a lot more just about life with his unique, yet simple and comfortable wisdom of words and conversation. Thank You Mr. Mountain Man for allowing me the pleasure of a glimpse into your world , if only for a brief moment that made such a feeling of goodness in my heart, that feels like much more than a moment. I hope where ever you are at you are at peace , and know you have left a impression that is priceless, and to me it does not get any better than that.

Praying that he does not overdue it and when it is time for him to meet the Lord that his passing is easy.

Lynda, thank you for creating this video and making a permanent record of the wonderful heart of Mountain Man and his beautiful works of art and utility.

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Thank you, you made my day

@@waynemathias5413 you are the epitome of the Renaissance Man ! Very inspiring, I see you are leading the good life, something I aspire to. xo

thank you the mountain man

I use what ever I can find such shifting knobs off old old car, but enjoy carve them the most, I like native art the best.

Hope it's an 8 ball, thank you for the info. I didn't know you could order just one ball, let me know how you did that

@@waynemathias5413 it's a white cue ball. Sorry to disappoint. It's off white like the rubber tip. All earth tones. I'm afraid an 8ball, as cool as they are, would look gaudy. I ordered it on Amazon.

@@waynemathias5413 search single or replacement billiard ball. Add whatever number you want.

@@boodro2122 Thank you, I had an ivory billiard ball. But don't know what happened to it????

@@waynemathias5413 same! My dad got it out of a bar the year I was born...I dont know what happened to mine either. They tend to grow legs...

+athenasword1 Here is Wayne's email- mountainmanwayne1937@yahoo.com He will help you.

I personally have no one to pass it on, but still have friends doing them. God Bless You.

He says, no he didn't, but the good news is that he's still alive, and walking, and even makes it to church every Sunday. So he's a happy camper!

@@userLyndaDixon That's great to hear! God bless both of you!

no but I bought a newer one

I got a very nice used scooter, that I enjoy very much. I'm still making walking sticks and canes

I got a nice scooter which I like and it's very portable which helps the other two live is over on to junk yard

No, Wayne passed through the pearly gates about 2 years ago. He sure is missed.

A Schnitzelbunk or Shaving Horse was a tool used for hundreds of years to help shape wood. The shaving horse is a simple foot-operated vice that allows you to hold a piece while having both hands free to work.

@@userLyndaDixon thank you! I've been wanting to build one. I've seen them in other videos but nobody mentions the name of it.

schnitzel bunk a German name for a carving bench, In my home town Of German decent we had a bar and they called it the Schnitzel bunk because the old people would set out I front of it carving

Home Depot or cut down end until you can fit a chair rubber. I don't guite know what size wlking stickyour referring to

@@waynemathias5413 that's cool you pointed me in the right direction. Thanks

My source has dried-up so I will be looking for a new supplier I haven't had much luck Google them and shipping is high

He was doing pretty good the last time I saw him.

Getting old, but still making canes and scrimshawing

I'm still alive and making walking sticks and canes not bad for a 84 yr. old man.

It's working keep itu-p

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To most people, the words “walking cane” and “walking stick” mean the same thing. In some ways they are right. But, the truth is that there are a subtle differences between the two. Most of these differences are based on their functionality. Canes are designed primarily for support and are generally built to take on more body weight. However, walking sticks are mainly used for maintaining a good balance while walking or hiking. Some people use these words to mean two different things. Some believe they mean the same thing. But, it is more important that you know there are different types of canes and sticks available on the market. You also need to know which is the right type for you, should you need one.

A walking or hiking cane is sued for trails and rough ground a cane is simple used for balance or to help you walk

I'm still here thanks to the many prayers 10/1/2018

Hi Michael! No, Wayne went home to be with the Lord in 2021.

DrDennis I have been making walking sticks for years and even sold them in my niece's boutique store on consignment. But I always looking for new tricks to the trade. Thank you for all the information.

I'm still alive and making canes and walking sticks, but 3 yrs older

I do make custom cains but my health is so bad I have cut down on them thanks forwatching

My health is so bad that I make very few canes, most of I give to friends. thanks for the interest

I'm old and sick so I just make canes for fun and give them to my friends, You can ck with the Indian store some times they have canes for sale. It's in Vista

I love my tortoise and would love to have someone to take care of him when I die but you will have to get in line. Hes over one hundred years old and I know he will out live me.

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