What is a Malacca walking stick?

A Malacca walking stick is a long stick made out of palm trees native to Asia. People use the sticks to help them maintain their balance when walking, particularly over uneven terrain. In some cases, artisans use the sticks as umbrella poles. On 1stDibs, find a range of Malacca walking sticks.

What is a fancy walking stick called?

Walking sticks go by many different names. Some of them include: cane, handstaff, stave, shillelagh, crutch, alpenstock and staff. Walking sticks come in many different varieties from different staff material to unique and interesting heads, making them a desirable collectible. Find a collection of vintage and modern walking sticks on 1stDibs.

Do walking sticks really help?

Yes, walking sticks are helpful for walking. Walking sticks can help maintain posture, stability and provide support as well as take some of the impact out of your lower back and knees. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary walking sticks on 1stDibs.

What is the proper height for a walking stick?

There is not one consistent height for walking sticks but is instead dependent on your height and what you plan to use it for. Standing with your arms by your side, the walking stick should be 6 to 8 inches above your elbow. For climbing up steep hills, a longer stick is important.

What is the correct length for a walking stick?

To measure a walking stick, the base should be placed a little wider than a foot from the outside of the wearer's shoe. The handle should be at wrist crease height with the elbow slightly bent when standing upright.

What is a Scottish walking stick called?

Scottish walking sticks are also called canes. They’re typically made of wood and have a ball on one end for someone to grip.

Walking Sticks With Swords

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Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, London, 1888

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique English gentleman's malacca and sterling silver pommel walking / sword

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Antique 1880s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Sterling Silver

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, London, 1888

H 32.68 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in

Antique English Horn & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

Located in London, GB

antique English gentleman's malacca and horn handle walking / sword stick, circa 1880 in date. The

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Antique 1880s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Antique English Horn & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

H 33.86 in W 4.34 in D 1.19 in

Antique English Nigerian 5th Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

have long, slender stems, and were perfect for fashioning walking sticks. The stem is not round, but

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Antique 1890s Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Brass

Antique English Nigerian 5th Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

H 35.83 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in

Antique Napoleon Bonaparte Silver Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

Located in London, GB

walking. Walking sticks come in many shapes and sizes, and can be sought by collectors. The walking stick

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Antique 1840s French Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Silver

Antique Napoleon Bonaparte Silver Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

H 33.86 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

sterling silver pommel walking / sword stick, circa 1890 in date. The striking stick features a

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Antique 1890s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Sterling Silver, Steel

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

H 34.26 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique English gentleman's malacca and sterling silver pommel walking / sword

Category

Antique 1890s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

H 34.06 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique English gentleman's malacca and sterling silver pommel walking / sword

Category

Antique 1890s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Silver & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane 19th Century

H 36.62 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

Antique English Horn & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique English gentleman's malacca and horn handle walking / sword stick

Category

Antique 1880s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Wood

Antique English Horn & Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

H 33.08 in W 3.94 in D 1.19 in

Antique English Silver and Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique English gentleman's malacca and sterling silver pommel walking / sword

Category

Antique 1890s English Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Silver and Malacca Sword / Walking Stick Cane, 19th Century

H 33.86 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in

Antique Vintage Japanese Chinese Shibayama Ebony Wooden Walking Cane Stick

Located in Dublin, Ireland

and table-screens to walking sticks and swords. The art form was also performed by Chinese craftsmen.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Hardwood, Ebony

Antique Vintage Japanese Chinese Shibayama Ebony Wooden Walking Cane Stick

H 35.25 in W 35.25 in D 35.25 in

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Questions About Walking Sticks With Swords

What is a Malacca walking stick?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Malacca walking stick is a long stick made out of palm trees native to Asia. People use the sticks to help them maintain their balance when walking, particularly over uneven terrain. In some cases, artisans use the sticks as umbrella poles. On 1stDibs, find a range of Malacca walking sticks.
What is a fancy walking stick called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Walking sticks go by many different names. Some of them include: cane, handstaff, stave, shillelagh, crutch, alpenstock and staff. Walking sticks come in many different varieties from different staff material to unique and interesting heads, making them a desirable collectible. Find a collection of vintage and modern walking sticks on 1stDibs.
Do walking sticks really help?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, walking sticks are helpful for walking. Walking sticks can help maintain posture, stability and provide support as well as take some of the impact out of your lower back and knees. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary walking sticks on 1stDibs.
What is the proper height for a walking stick?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
There is not one consistent height for walking sticks but is instead dependent on your height and what you plan to use it for. Standing with your arms by your side, the walking stick should be 6 to 8 inches above your elbow. For climbing up steep hills, a longer stick is important.
What is the correct length for a walking stick?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
To measure a walking stick, the base should be placed a little wider than a foot from the outside of the wearer's shoe. The handle should be at wrist crease height with the elbow slightly bent when standing upright.
What is a Scottish walking stick called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Scottish walking sticks are also called canes. They’re typically made of wood and have a ball on one end for someone to grip.

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