Hand carved skull of a Vampire. The top is securely held on by six rare earth magnets. Inside is a golden cross and two vials, one for "Holy Water" and the other for "Garlic". Here in Tennessee we don't get many "Catholic Vampires" so we just use locally produced Mountain Dew or "Sunshine in a bottle". The end user will have to get their own version of Holy Water. I can also carve in some of the great quotes from your favorite Vampire movie or book onto the solid oak shaft of the cane.
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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.
Richard Chumbley
For Quotable Walking Sticks And CanesThis 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.
Susan Van Loan
For The Road Less Travelled CaneAbsolutely love the beauty and quality of the walking stick! Every expectation was not only met, but exceeded.
John Fowler Fowler
For Vietnam short timer stickMichael was responsive and patient as he carefully got to the exact design I wanted. The end product is perfect.
Lydia Mastalski
For Gas Pump Nozzle CaneLoved it, was a big hit! Would definitely work with him again !
Amanda Clark
For Walking Stick/Cane, The Love Of NatureMy 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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