Dartmouth Society Canes
"Some of the graduates will carry canes carved with a Griffin, Sphinx, Phoenix or other symbol on Sunday as they march in Commencement. These are more than stylish accessories. The canes are the only public display of the student's membership in a senior society, traditional, often secret student organizations dedicated to "encouraging excellence among members and loyal service to Dartmouth," to quote one description from the early 20th century." from "What's the Story With the Canes", Bill Platt, http://www.dartmouth.edu/~commence/facts/canes.html. These are a few of the canes carried in the 2016 and 2017 commencement ceremonies.
Style
- traditional
Features
- handle
Base
- metal
Material
- steel
Meet the Maker
JIm Barbour
ShopDog Turnery
I have been making from wood for as long as I can remember. I take a great deal of pride in my work and will not accept a commission if I am not entirely sure I can complete it to your satisfaction. ShopDog Turnery is a one-person, one-dog operation making all sorts of custom items, primarily lathe based. This includes bottle-stoppers, wine glasses (with glass or wooden bowls), platters and plates, bowls, boxes, and whatever else springs to mind.
In addition to lathe work I make various flat pieces; tables, specialty boxes, cutting boards and, again, whatever else springs to mind.
I make for the joy of the making, using sustainably harvested and reclaimed or historical woods exclusively.
Molly was the ShopDog, but is no longer with us. She did all the "RUFF" work in the turnery.
Customer Reviews
Alexander Hanson
Feb 2, 2017Great with quickly contacting back to get every detail of the project right. Would recommend to anybody. Great quality
Tricia Furlong
Jan 14, 2021Love the finished project! Fit the description/picture of what we wanted to a “T”!! Jim was very nice and easy to talk to and throw ideas back and forth. Quick shipping, too! Would definitely work with Jim again and would recommend his work to others, as well!!
Sharon Collins
Aug 30, 2014Jim was excellent to work with and delivered a fabulous product on time (ahead of due date!) and at a fair price. Jim has great vision and presents ideas in a clear and precise manner. I am looking forward to working on our next project and can recommend him without hesitation!
Wendy Harille
Mar 19, 2017I started out searching the Internet for a Zelda walking stick. I was unsuccessful at finding one but instead I found this amazing website and woodworker. The artist created an one of a kind piece that was both functional and unique. He was easy to work with communicated well and very professional. In the end he turned the physical reminder of my husband's limitations into something he is proud to use.
Vickie Pay
Aug 3, 2018Good communication and a really nice guy. I recommend him!