Utility can look good too
I finally learned my lesson and a fall was the catalyst. My balance isn't what it used to be. My wife and I are retired and we travel a lot. Uneven ground, cobblestones, stairs, getting into and out of various transportation have all become more difficult. In the last year, I have taken a few minor falls. My knees have taken the brunt of the punishment but in October I fell down some stairs. A broken ankle and surgery were the result.<br /><br />It took me too long to admit that I needed something to help me with my balance. I didn't need a walker or a wheelchair thank goodness but I did need a cane for balance and assistance. Most of the canes you see are utilitarian and ugly. At least they were until I found Asterom's hand made canes.<br /><br />I decided to spend the money because I needed a heavy duty cane for balance and assistance climbing but I didn't want it to be ugly. Asterom canes are hand made in the Ukraine. I agonized over the design and finally decided on the wolf head because the wolf is my Celtic astrological animal. And I have always liked the look of cherry stained wood. So I ordered the cane you see pictured - brass wolf pommel with cherry stained staff.<br /><br />The Ukraine is a long way away so I was prepared for the wait but the cane actually arrived earlier than I expected. It did take about three weeks. I am now using the cane. It is a solid cane and it looks great too. If you need a cane and you want a durable, good looking cane, an Asterom cane is the way to go.
Rating: 5 stars