I hand-carved this Mermaid out of basswood then used two different stains to give it depth. The shell she is holding is carved from Olive wood. The shaft is one inch thick solid oak. She is ready to go on any adventure!
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Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
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.
Tony
For Billy's walking staffWorking with Michael Altom has been thee best! From start to finish he walked me through better ideas and kept me updated with every move. A real gentleman. He gave me just what I wanted and more! I just cant believe it. My friend has ALS and has a very difficult time walking and so I asked Michael to carve my friends life accomplishment on a walking stick or cane. He loves to hunt, fish, snowmobile, go four wheeling and loves his family! Michael expressed all of that for me in the most unique way imaginable! A real Artisan!!
God Bless Michael
Thank you and all the Best
Tony Manzo
Deb Cutsinger
For Masonic walking stickWe could not be more pleased with our finished walking sticks. As an organization, we can be quite complicated and Michael was very patient with us. We could not have asked for a better experience or a better craftsman with which to work. We definitely recommend Michael! -deb c.
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.
MARTHA DEMERLY
For walking stick or caneI was thrilled to receive my quotable cane, Michael. It is going to be blessed at Sacred Heart Major Seminary sometime soon. Be sure that I will promote your product whenever I can. I appreciate the extra effort you made in finding a piece of walnut, your friendly and kind emails during the process, and especially the heft and beauty of my cane. I feel the weight of dignity that comes with sharing the Word of God.
God bless you and thank you, Michael.
Martha Christensen Demerly
Debbie Varsel
For Mermaid Walking StickI am MORE than happy with my walking sticks. Michael is so very talented. I ordered one for hiking and one for everyday use. Both have mermaids sitting on them. They are beautiful and very much worth the price.
Michael communicated very professionally and timely regarding the project and delivered when he promised. I will definitely work with him again. I am so impressed!
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