This is the critical joint where the head meets the shank. A high-quality stick features a seamless transition, sometimes reinforced with a decorative collar or spacer made of bone or metal. Shillelaghmaking
A traditional stick is generally composed of two main parts: the (the long shaft) and the head (the handle). Common Woods: Traditional Stickmaking
While many sticks use a natural "knob" from the branch, more ornate designs utilize: This is the critical joint where the head meets the shank