Testimonials
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From my first conversation with Doug, it was obvious he was a true craftsman.. the blackthorn stick was made to measure / specification and delivered within 2 weeks as promised.. the workmanship is excellent , it was great value and Doug was an absolute pleasure to deal with.. Thank You!! I will be back for more.. Simon Gregory
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First class skilled professional walking stick maker. Doug Storton
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Amazing! I broke my old stick but the antler top was my father's. Doug put on a new blackthorn shank and beautiful brass ferrule - now it's even better than it was brand new! Very quick and easy - thank you so much. Highly recommend to anyone. Lottie Mazhindu
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I bought a walking stick and a hiking stick for my husband from Shire Sticks and was thrilled with both. Fantastic craftsmanship and some lovely personal attention to detail make these sticks something to treasure. A small coin nailed to the stick with my husband's date of birth on it just added that little extra personal touch.
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Doug is really friendly and approachable, if you need any advice he's more than willing to help you. I hadn't even considered what would be the right length to buy until Doug mentioned it.
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Each stick, being hand made, is unique which is lovely in this day and age of mass production and they are very affordable. I can't recommend Shire Sticks highly enough. Lynda James
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Received my beautiful handmade stick from ShireSticks today. Its a real pleasure to own such handmade artistry. Doug is a real craftsman. Can't recommend ShireSticks highly enough.. Looking forward to getting some miles on it. Simon Driver
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ShireSticks have a passion for stickmaking seldom seen in other crafts. Doug cares deeply for his artform and creates wonderful and useful walking sticks. He is also a cracking bloke. Kevin Moody
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Hello Doug, I want you to know that I am absolutely delighted with the antler-handle hiking stick and walking stick that my wife, Lynda, bought me for Christmas. The hiking stick, particularly, is a work of art. Interestingly, I've been following you for a while on Facebook and have been following the making of the hiking stick. It is something I will treasure - a beautifully made, unique object made by an ingenious craftsman.. Thank you again!
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I've got them Doug, thank you. That's some parcelling to be proud of! I am thrilled with them, they are perfect. Once Christmas is over I will put a posting on your Facebook site. Have a merry Christmas. Best wishes
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Hi Doug, The stick has been a great success and much admired.
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I have been watching the Shire Sticks FB page ever since it started. I have admired the various sticks that Doug makes and always dreamt 'one day !' That day finally arrived on Wednesday when I purchased a Shire Sticks thumb stick made from 100 year old mahogany with Ebony inlay on a Hazel Shank. It arrived today and I marvel at the quality and workmanship that has gone into its making. You can almost feel the loving care and craftsmanship. If you are thinking of buying a handcrafted, individual stick, look no further and take the plunge and buy. I promise you will not be disappointed.
Got the stick Doug.I am very pleased with it and will be trying it out tomorrow
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