( 9 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 12 2009
Have been through several canes for my husband in the past month. Some handles were too hard, some canes were too flimsy. Yes this cane weighs about 3lbs but it is very sturdy. The handle is not the germ fostering foam type but a soft vinyl coated one. It is the easiest to adjust that we have found and the locking nut makes it quiet for the office. There is a large oversized tip like the 'adventure tips' for crutches. Shipped quickly, received it in under 48 hours.
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Posted: Mar 27 2009
Ok, I won't dawdle around. I have to use a cane. The problem I've had with other store bought canes is that they did'nt seem strong enough. Wether wood or aluminum, the cane would bend or break at the collar eventually. I am 225 lbs (6ft 3inches). Many times with the 2 piece (shank and handle) wood or aluminum I would need to use the cane to help lift my body weight up (if sitting on the floor say) by fully putting/pulling my weight on it. Alas, those canes will stress and break. They were only rated for 300 lbs so's I was playing it fairly close. Not with this monster. This is one STURDY cane...solid, 1 piece, all steel...and heavy. Tested for 500lbs stress, THIS cane could pass for a Police Dept Force-Entry tool! Meets my needs perfectly though it is heavy (takes some getting use to) and lacks any stylish flair in case you wish to "Dr. House" it. It could also become a fine defensive weapon should you decide to practice some moves. I'm serious, with a practiced forward thrust this cane could smash down doors! FYI...replacement rubber tip size is: 7/8 inch
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Posted: Feb 10 2009
This is a very sturdy cane. It's got a good grip, although it twists easily against the metal, which makes me nervous. I like the adjustable height since I'm also taller than average in addition to being heavy. I like the tip on it; it has a lot of surface area and I feel more secure than I have with other canes. Here's the "but" - if you've got any kind of lifting restriction, you don't want this cane. It's heavy. I told my friend something this heavy should come with a motor. The shipping says it's less than four pounds. Maybe so. I know if anyone comes after me I can wallop them with this - if I can lift it up high enough. :)
