This staff was made in Qualicum Beach from local Red Alder. The staff is 60" (152 cm) long and is about 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in diameter at the thickest point. A spiral groove is carved the full length of the staff. It has a thick handle for a big hand. It comes with a rubber tip. It is finished with 4 coats of varathane. It is fairly light weight for it's size.