Handcrafted GASTROCK ebony walking stick with a Derby handle

Handcrafted GASTROCK ebony walking stick with a Derby handle

289.00 €

Genuine ebony. Handcraftsmanship and a distinctive finish. This GASTROCK walking stick is handcrafted from ebony, with both handle and shaft made from natural dark wood. A glossy, polished and sealed finish highlights the grain. For additional everyday support when you value craftsmanship, a distinctive material and understated design.

  • Handle and shaft made from genuine ebony
  • Universal L-DERBY handle, suitable for either hand
  • Original length – approximately 94 cm; can be shortened to suit the user
  • Weight – approximately 490 g
  • Maximum user weight – 100 kg
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Delivery within 7–14 working days. Ordered from the manufacturer.

Description

Before choosing

Information for your chosen model

Dimensions and what is included

  • Handcrafted product made in Germany
  • Handle and shaft made from genuine ebony
  • Universal L-DERBY handle, suitable for either hand
  • Rounded handle end – can be hung briefly over the forearm
  • Glossy, polished and sealed wood finish
  • Decorative chrome ring between handle and shaft
  • Original length – approximately 94 cm; can be shortened to suit the user
  • No height-adjustment mechanism
  • Weight – approximately 490 g
  • Maximum user weight – 100 kg
  • Rubber tip; compatible replacement tip – GASTROCK 1936
  • Model – L-DERBY EBENHOLZ; manufacturer’s code 1645-1

Choosing and care

The gently curved L-DERBY handle suits either hand. Its rounded end lets you briefly hang the stick over your forearm when you need a free hand. A chrome ring between handle and shaft adds a subtle accent to the dark wood. The stick weighs approximately 490 g and can be shortened to the required length.

The individuality of natural wood. Ebony may contain brown tones, so colour and grain may vary slightly between sticks. This is a natural characteristic of the wood.

Length tailored to you. Before ordering, stand upright in your usual shoes and measure from the wrist bone to the floor. The stick can be shortened according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If shortening is needed, agree the required length and service conditions with us before purchasing.

Caring for a wooden walking stick. Clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse in water or keep near heat sources. Protect from drops and impacts, and regularly check the rubber tip.

GASTROCK – walking-stick craftsmanship since 1868

GASTROCK is a German family company whose walking-stick tradition has passed through five generations. Its collection includes wooden, aluminium and carbon-fibre sticks, different handle shapes and length options. The materials, dimensions and included items for this particular model are listed on this product page.

For everyday use or a thoughtful gift, a product with its own history and character.

Support starts with a comfortable handle

Crook handle · RUNDHAKEN

A classic semicircular shape. Convenient to hang over your forearm when you briefly need a free hand.

Crossbar handle · FRITZ

A gently curved crossbar handle suitable for either hand. Both ends extend sideways, so the palm rests on the top while the fingers wrap underneath.

Broad anatomical handle · RELAX

A larger support surface for the palm. Available for the left or right hand when you want broader palm support.

Anatomical handle · COMFORT

A compact handle shaped for the palm. Choose left- or right-hand separately.

Universal handle · DERBY

A gently curved handle suitable for either hand. A classic everyday choice.

Broader universal handle · ERGONOMIC DERBY

The broader top gives the palm more room. Worth trying if a conventional handle feels too narrow.

How to choose walking-stick length

Find the length you need

Put on your usual shoes, stand upright and let your arms hang loosely. Ask someone to measure from your wrist bone to the floor. Note the measurement in centimetres and use it to choose the overall stick length, including handle and tip.

Check whether the length is suitable

The illustration shows a correctly sized stick: the person stands upright, their shoulder is not raised and the elbow is slightly bent. Check the same when your stick arrives. If holding the handle raises your shoulder, the stick may be too long. If you need to bend forwards, it may be too short.

How is stick length adapted?

Adjustable-length walking stick

Its length can be changed within the specified range. For example, if your measurement is 88 cm, choose a model whose range includes 88 cm and select the nearest suitable position.

A stick that can be shortened

Supplied longer and adapted by shortening according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Its original length must be at least the length you need. Before ordering, confirm who will shorten it and how.

Fixed-length stick that cannot be shortened

Choose a model already at the right length. If your measurement is 88 cm, a 92 cm product may be too long for support. Any shortening option must be explicitly stated in the product description.

If you choose a FISCHER handle or will use two sticks

GASTROCK recommends adding approximately 4 cm to your measured length. For example, an 88 cm measurement gives a starting guide of 92 cm. This exception does not automatically apply to every anatomical handle.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The product description states the maximum user weight. This does not mean the stick is designed to carry full body weight. It assists walking and provides additional support. If you need stronger support, consult a professional about a suitable mobility aid.

If the stick helps reduce strain on one leg, it is generally held in the opposite hand: for example, in the left hand if the right leg is painful. Choose an anatomical handle for the hand in which you will use the stick. Follow your professional’s advice if they have instructed otherwise.

Slipping risk increases on wet, icy or uneven surfaces. A rubber tip does not eliminate this risk. For winter, consider a spike or spiked tip compatible with the specific model.

Replace a worn, cracked or damaged tip. Check its attachment regularly too. Choose a replacement of the correct size for the model; GASTROCK specifies tips with a steel insert for metal and carbon-fibre sticks.

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