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The handle and base are made from a dark Koa while the 6 laminations are also koa but alittle more pale, just enough contrast. I used the same wood in the stand. Here in Hawaii many feel the Lava or stone should not be disturbed. So I have made latex molds and then cast "rocks" out of gypsum concrete. I dye the concrete black and then paint highlights to simulate the natural lava. The wooden portion of the stand attatches to a threaded rod cast into the base so it can be removed to ship.

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Very sinuous and organic shape, and a great stand. What kind of finish do you use?
 

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I seal the wood with two coats of West System epoxy, and then 6 coats of minwax tung oil. I also use Fiberglass Hawaii epoxy sometimes depending on the type of wood I'm using.
 

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That is one beautiful walking stick. Very creative and innovative.
 

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1. the photography is wonderful
2. the walking stick is so … natural… very beautiful.
3. the stand… never would have thought of that in a million years. Unbelievable..

Love it
Love it
Love it.
 

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It is really nice just looking at it. In my last post I said I have skill envy.. you just drove that home :) wonderful work.
 

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Really, I agree. This is real nice.
 

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Really cool design…Keep em comin
 

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Great design job. Love that wood!
 

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Outstanding design and craftsmanship Harold.
 

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I thought I commented on this, this morning. I must be getting senile. It is very nice and i rellylike the shapes on the stand. Outstanding
 

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Wood, design, execution - beauty.
And superb stand.
 

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this is a very beautiful piece, and the photography is stunning! I really like the slow, swooping curves; when you look at it up and down it feels like it will go on forever.
 

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WOW, very creative, at one with the cosmos, elegant, beautiful.
 

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what first drew me to this project was the first picture… love the depth of field you used to create a dramatic effect in this pic…
The project too is amazing…
 
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