Not A Good Way To Use A Walking Stick

In 1856 Senator Charles Sumner of Massachusetts was beaten repeatedly with a metal-knobbed walking cane. The attacker -- a South Carolina congressman named Preston Brooks -- whacked Sumner into unconsciousness over the course of a "long minute," and then calmly walked away. The motivation behind the attack was an anti-slavery senatorial address directed toward Brooks' pro-slavery kinsman, Senator Andrew Butler of South Carolina.


After the beating Brooks was promptly censured by the House of Representatives, and, shortly thereafter, died at only 37. Sumner, on the other hand, recovered from the attack and served another 18 years in the Senate.

The infamous beating was certainly a low point in the pre-Civil War period of United States history. One lesson learned: no matter what raises your ire, the proper use of a Brazos Walking Stick -- or any walking stick for that matter -- is for walking support!

Return Policy

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Please note that all Brazos Bargain walking sticks and canes are sold "as is;" we can not offer returns or exchanges for Brazos Bargain items. Because we can not resell a stick or a cane with your name or other engraving on it, engraved items are not eligible for return. Prior approval is required before merchandise can be returned. Call or write for approval. We accept merchandise for refund or exchange as long as it is in its original carton or container, has all the appropriate literature, has not been used, and is in resalable condition. You may be subject to a handling and restocking fee of 10 percent of the original cost of the item. Refunds will not be issued until the returned item has arrived at our store. With the possible exception of defective sticks, the customer is responsible for shipping charges associated with merchandise returns or exchanges.

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Brazos Bargains

Anyone out there looking for a great deal on handcrafted walking sticks and canes?

Check out our new Brazos Bargains page on our website. Each week we'll add more bargain walking sticks and canes, and, since each cane or stick is a one-time offer, when it's gone, it's gone forever.

Unfortunately, we can't offer exchanges or refunds on Brazos Bargain items.

Customizations

Here at Brazos Walking Sticks we love to do custom work. If you've got an idea for a stick or cane, shoot us an email -- or give us a call -- with your idea and we'll reply promptly with a quote for your custom work.

We've had people ask us to do everything from restoring their antique cane, to shipping us raw wood and having us make a stick out of it.

With any customization, laser engraving also makes an attractive and welcome addition. We can engrave names, phrases, Bible verses, and even logos.

We'd love to hear from you.

Gary's Twisted Oak Cane

Just received my cane and wanted you to know how pleased I was. Unfortunately for me I had ordered two canes from a competitor and when you put them side by side the quality of the Brazos cane is far superior and for about the same price.

-- Gary

To see the cane Gary ordered, click here.

"Bravo to Brazos Walking Sticks!"

Bravo to Brazos Walking Sticks! I have a collection of canes from Brazos and use a different cane every day.

I unfortunately had a Spinal Fusion and needed a cane, but soon I learned how fun it was to have a growing collection. Eric, the manager, was always available, both on the phone and on the Internet.

I get all kinds of admiration whenever I meet people on the street. People want to know where I got such pretty and interesting canes and walking sticks.

Every cane ordered was of profound perfection. The woods used were of the highest quality. If you find beauty in wood as I do, and need a cane or walking stick, I highly recommend Brazos. I now own over 21 of these works of art and I'm not done yet!

Give Eric a call and start developing an admiration as I did for the wonderful qualities and beauty of wood, both domestic and exotic. Brazos Walking Sticks will get you what you need, when you need it and you will have fun doing it as well!

-- Terry McCabe

In The Hopper

Per popular demand we're going to be working on a couple of new features for our revamped website. In the near future we'll be adding an Accessories tab and a FAQ tab to the home page. (Currently you can access the accessories by deciding what stick you want to buy and clicking "add to cart," and we don't currently have a FAQ page.)

We're confident that the new features will help you all, our customers, make more informed decisions with regard to your walking stick and cane purchases.

Of course, feel free to email us or call us at any time with questions or comments about any of our products.

Accessories

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New Look On Our Website

We've updated the look of our website. Please check it out and let us know what you think!

"When I found your website, everything changed."

Here are a few nice words from a woman who found our website:

I just wanted to let you know that I have tried searching for a replacement for my aluminum cane three times in the past 4 months. Each time I have stopped within a day because the search was so depressing ... it made me feel old and reminded me of my disability (which is fairly new to me). When I found your website, everything changed. I am really enjoying perusing your gorgeous products and am extremely grateful I found it.
-- Melissa

Melissa's got an interesting website herself. Check her site out if you need any baby carriers or cloth diapers.

Introducing: The Hickory Backpacker

We're constantly working on new, innovative walking stick looks and designs, and we believe the new Hickory Backpacker Walking Stick will soon be a favorite for many of our customers.

With the Hickory Backpacker we've taken our venerable Backpacker design and have made it out of hickory. The combination is a proven design coupled with a bestselling wood, a surefire hit! So whether you're planning a rigorous trek across mountainous terrain or a leisurely stroll through lazy neighborhood pathways, the Hickory Backpacker is a stick you can count on to last for years to come.

Like all of our finely crafted walking sticks and canes, the Hickory Backpacker Walking Stick is made in the USA by our skilled craftsmen using the highest quality wood and time-tested methods.

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"Rest Assured"

Rest assured, you're buying quality when shopping with Brazos. The craftsmanship and customer service is beyond compare!

If everything is not satisfactory with your order now or at some point in the future they will make it right in a heartbeat!!

It's very assuring in today's world to find people as honest, talented and caring as the folks at Brazos.

Thanks for everything.

J, Lanham
South Charleston, WV

Terry's Canes: Another Shot

Terry actually bought two display stands. Her collection is growing!

Terry's Canes

Thanks to Terry for sending us this photo of her collection of Brazos Walking Canes in all of their glory. Terry has bought so many canes from us the past few months that she decided to buy a display stand so she can show them off!

Thanks, Terry!

Yet Another Happy Customer

I received my 55-inch Cedar Walking Stick a couple days ago. I have arthritis in both knees with my left knee being worse. I like to go walking at a local park using a cane but was considering trying a walking stick. I saw somebody using one and asked him how he liked it. He said it really helped because be had trouble with his right hip and the stick really worked better for him than a cane. To make a long story short I went walking with my new stick the next day after I received it. Once I got a rhythm going it worked fine.

Before this recent flare-up of arthritis, I was walking 4 to 5 miles about 5 to 6 times a week. I only walked about 1 and 1/2 miles in about 30 minutes for the past couple days, but I'm sure I will be up to my previous distances in no time with the help of my new walking stick. I would recommend Brazos Walking Sticks to anyone who asks.

-- George G.