This is yet another cane that does not look like your typical cane, think of it as more of a balance stick. You will probably have to grip it a few different ways to figure out what works best for you. It is simple a Balsam Fir root cane that had the tap root cut off to leave a small ball that seats in the palm of your hand. As shipped it'll weigh about 15 ozs and stand about 37" tall before you customize it. The shaft varies from 1-1/4" to 1-1/2" in diameter. It has only been rough sanded. (uc46)