Michael Altom

Michael Altom

QuotableWalkingStick

Fernley, NV
Member since: 2013
5.0
45 Maker Reviews
  • Long-time member

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

  • Fast shipper

    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.

What people are saying

5.0
(45)
  • RC

    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.

  • SV

    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.

  • LM

    Lydia Mastalski

    For Gas Pump Nozzle Cane
    5.0

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

  • 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.

  • KK

    Kitty Kreith

    For Military Style Cane With Name Down Front
    5.0

    We could not be happier with Cory's walking stick. He loves it. Thanks for making it so special by helping me and adding your own thoughts. As I said we will be sharing your work everywhere we go. Thanks again...... for everything. Kitty

  • Cole RutherfordCR

    Cole Rutherford

    For Walking Stick/Cane, Take Me Out To The Ball Game
    5.0

    Michael is the best. Plain and simple.

  • Cole RutherfordCR

    Cole Rutherford

    For 2 Custom Baseball Canes
    5.0

    Michael is the best. He really works hard to give you exactly what you are looking for. I have had him make me canes for years and they are always top quality. Thank you Michael

  • DA

    Dino Amato

    For Custom Engraved Cane
    5.0

    Absolutely thrilled with the quality of Michael's work. Excellent communication. Final product was beautiful. Highly recommended!!!

  • RC

    Richard Chumbley

    For Custom walking cane
    4.8

    FedEx delivered item to the wrong address even though address on the box was correct. As for the project, cane turned out great. Communication with Mr. Altom was excellent, with us thinking along the same lines when it came to cane stick engravings/carvings. Very professional and optimistic attitude whenever we communicated. I would highly recommend him for future projects and recommend to others. Great working with you Mr. Altom. Richard Chumbley

  • max shadeMS

    max shade

    For Walking Stick: The Hunter Staff
    5.0

    Mr Altom did a perfect job of capturing my design and gave it a nice gothic steampunk look to it . SHEER ELEGANCE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • EP

    ELMER PEREIRA

    For Mammoth Ivory Cross Necklace
    5.0

    Mr Altom it was really fun working with you. You were very understanding and kind. The cost of the cross was really worth it. The way you engraved my name on the cross really looks awesome couldn't expect anything better, will always suggest your name. Thank you Mr Altom. #bestperson

  • DM

    dory meyer

    For Walking Stick/Cane, The Love Of Nature
    5.0

    A joy to work with. Workmanship is superb.

  • CM

    Choe Matrix

    For Life History Cane
    5.0

  • MC

    Maximo Cosculluela

    For Abaris Canes
    5.0

    Honestly, all around great guy. He helped me out with a project in a field I know nothing about and was very understanding of my poor communication. He finished the project early and shipped our canes out across the country individually bubble wrapped. Can't hope for much more in a person than that.

  • MD

    MARTHA DEMERLY

    For walking stick or cane
    5.0

    I 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

  • CW

    Carolyn West-Gipson

    For Walking cane
    4.8

    I wanted to get a hand-made walking cane for my husband's birthday. My daughter suggested that it have an elephant head on it as a tribute to my husband's days in India. Michael enthusiastically agreed to the project. He kept me abreast of the progress every step of the way - emailing and sending sketches and photos. My husband loves it! The only complaint - and this isn't Michael's fault per se - is that it took a while to arrive once shipped and I wasn't able to track it after it left California. But it made it and we're very pleased.

  • SC

    Scott Carlisle

    For Mammoth Ivory Cross Necklace
    5.0

  • Tiffany FairbrotherTF

    Tiffany Fairbrother

    For Heritage Walking Stick
    5.0

    We bought a second walking stick for another grandfather (my Popa) and he absolutely loves it! Perfect height & name carvings are beautiful :) He is so excited to bring it to church & show off to all of his friends! Thank you so much for creating the best Christmas gift for him! Cheers!

  • DV

    Debbie Varsel

    For Mermaid Walking Stick
    5.0

    I 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!

  • KG

    Kenneth Gallaher

    For Mammoth Ivory Cross Necklace
    5.0

    Very nice piece. great communication.

  • Tiffany FairbrotherTF

    Tiffany Fairbrother

    For Heritage Walking Stick
    5.0

    We absolutely LOVE the ancestry walking stick Michael made for our Grandfather! He is 100 years old & I just one he will say it's the best gift he has ever received :) Thank you so much! Tiffany & Benno

  • RH

    Rebecca Hu

    For canes
    5.0

    We LOVE our final product - really well made, great communication, timeliness and professionalism. Will definitely be coming back for more projects in the future!

  • CP

    Chloe Page

    For Steampunk Vampire Hunter's Cane
    4.8

    Great timeliness; I placed the order on Friday, it was shipped the following Monday and arrived that Wednesday. Less than a week in total. The craftsmanship was excellent and the recipient of the gift was thrilled with it.

  • NT

    Nancy Tully

    For walking stick with an antique doorknob I have put on top
    5.0

    I am so pleased with the walking stick I ordered from Quotable Walking Stick. Michael Altom did a spectacular job and it is just as I ordered, including my personal touch I requested! The whole process, using Custom Made so a breeze and communication was excellent, allowing me to review as the project was in progress. My husband is going to love this! Thanks so much! Nancy

  • Margie ClydeMC

    Margie Clyde

    For Mammoth Ivory Cross Necklace
    5.0

    Mr. Altom made me a beautiful cross at such a reasonable price. Communicating with him was so easy and Mr. Altom seemed to know exactly what I was looking for. It was shipped promptly and shipping was included in the price I paid. I would definitely recommend his work and I will actually look to purchase gifts from him again.

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