We all know that aging is directly impacted by how active we remain in our later years: mentally, physically, spiritually and even sexually. Our philosophy is centered around maintaining an active and vibrant lifestyle while aging as adults. Most of them are made from indigenous African hardwoods like Wild Olive, Pink Ivory, and Red Bush Willow, and are topped with a distinctive ball or knob.ĮLDERLUXE is dedicated to serving the needs and lifestyle of our customers in their search for ways to age most positively and actively. Thompson, who regularly hunts in South Africa, has amassed an impressive collection of these handmade sticks.
The thing that distinguishes the Zulu people most is their fondness for using a Knob Kerrie, or walking stick. Even to this day, a Zulu tribesman is nobody to be trifled with. Then in 1879 the Zulus handed the British one of the most humiliating defeats in history at the battle of Isandlwana, when they annihilated an entire column of 1200 Englishmen (who were supported by artillery and cavalry), and did it with little more than cowhide shields and their Assegais, or short stabbing spears. In the early 1800’s the Zulu King, Shaka, subjugated the vast area of land between the Phongolo and Mzimkhulu rivers and laid the foundations for the Zulu Nation. Some background on the Cold Steel Replica African Walking Stick. The Zulus are perhaps the fiercest, most combative tribe in all South Africa. It also makes a formidable tool for self-defense in an emergency. Although its primary mission is to be a walking stick to aid one’s balance when crossing uneven, slippery, wet or rough terrain, it can also serve as a pointer, lever, or probe. It will never rot, warp, crack, splinter, swell, shrink, mildew or fade, and it’s ready for all the wear and tear you, and the world, can dish out. This means that, in addition to being unbreakable, the Cold Steel Replica African Walking Stick is also impervious to the elements. However, instead of using a costly exotic hardwood, Cold Steel created this African sticks out of black polypropylene.
Adapted for the western marketplace, the Cold Steel African Walking Stick features some of the best parts of traditional Zulu Kerries like an undulating shaft, and the traditional geodesic ball grip. The inspiration for this mighty walking stick comes from war clubs made of African hardwoods like Wild Olive, Pink Ivory, and Red Bush Willow, topped with a distinctive ball or knob. Varying heel height of different shoes may change users size.African style war club, re-styled from Cold Steel As with any mobility device please see you doctor before sizing and use.
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CANES ARE INTENDED FOR BALANCE ONLY.ĬANES ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE USED LIKE A CRUTCH FOR FULL WEIGHT SUPPORT The sizing information above is the standard measurement for a walking cane. THIS INFORMATION IN NO WAY REPLACES A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL’S RECOMMENDATION. Canes can always be shortened but may not be lengthened. Please always check the item upon delivery to confirm the requested size. (**For accurate length a second person must read the measurement to prevent the users wrist from moving)Ĭlick here to view full measuring details
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