The Pilot Stick 1
The Pilot Stick 2

The Pilot Stick

$350
Walking & Hiking
Hiking Sticks

The handle to this one-of-a-kind stick is a brast casting taken directly from an airplane's control stick. It is life-size and fits nicely in the right hand. With a 1.25 inch thick oak shaft this is a stick for a strong person. Right not the shaft is plain, but I could easily carve in a name, a quote, a military unit with dates served or anything the user would want.

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Michael Altom

Michael Altom

QuotableWalkingStick

Fernley, NV
Member since: 2013
5.0
45 Maker Reviews

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    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

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    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

I retired from the USAF after 28 years and now I make canes, walking sticks, jewelry and art pieces full time. The Quotable Walking Stick is a concept that I started. I find rare, unusual, and/or antique items to make into walking stick handles. Then I find an appropriate quote from literature, movies, music or elsewhere that I feel compliments the user.
Quotes have always been an important part of my life. It is comforting to know that others we admire think along the same lines as we do. I hope you will find one that speaks to you.

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    Richard Chumbley

    For Quotable Walking Sticks And Canes
    5.0

    This is the second cane I've had made by Mr. Altom…great craftsmanship, great communication, just a great experience. Professional in all aspects and pays attention to every detail of the project.

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    Susan Van Loan

    For The Road Less Travelled Cane
    5.0

    Absolutely love the beauty and quality of the walking stick! Every expectation was not only met, but exceeded.

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    Lydia Mastalski

    For Gas Pump Nozzle Cane
    5.0

    Loved it, was a big hit! Would definitely work with him again !

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    Dona Nathan

    For wooden carved beads
    4.8

    Michael was wonderful to work with. He communicated regarding my project's design often, using pictures of samples he had created and updating me of his progress. He was able to be creatively design, as well as ensure that I was satisfied with the results. Not to mention, the quality was amazing! I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future!

  • Amanda ClarkAC

    Amanda Clark

    For Walking Stick/Cane, The Love Of Nature
    5.0

    My father-in-law's birthday was fastly approaching and I felt as if I couldn't come up with gift idea that was equally beautiful and useful. Until I stumbled upon Micheal's work. I got lucky! Not only is his work truly stunning, you have the option to pick a "quote" that has meaning to you or to whomever is receiving the gift. How thoughtful is that?! I knew I finally found the perfect gift. Michael was very responsive and timely and just an overall joy to work with.

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