[Woodcarver] Canes

[Watson Family]

As the list is very quiet at the moment I thought this may prompt some 
discussion.

The article on canes for vets in the current Chip Chats shows them all as 
painted.
I know it is traditional in the US to paint carvings but walking sticks are 
dropped very regularly so will they not finish up very chipped and not look 
the best.
There must be some nice woods in US that don't need painting.

Over the years I have carved dozens of sticks all for people who need them.
The most common request is for a stick that do not stand out and attrack 
attention.
They enjoy having a nice carved one but not if it is causes people to look 
at it.
Again a nice dark wood would suit better than a brightly painted one.

That has been my experience.


Peter

Woodcarvings and Wildlife Sculptures
http://www.watsonwoodcarver.com