Vintage Hickory Children Ski Poles Antique Ski Poles:Antique Children Ski Poles Child on wooden skis

Child on wooden skis

Adaptations continued in the ski pole “baskets” – going from a sturdy round wooden discs – to rattan rings and leather lacing

This particular set is a beautiful oval shape with dark chocolate leather bindings

9 out of 10

5" diameter

Vintage Hickory Children Ski Poles Antique Ski Poles:Antique Children Ski Poles Child on wooden skisAntique Childrens Ski Poles c. 1930's, 20th Century Wood, leather, metal 33" tall, 4" basket diameter Vintage Winter Hickory shaft with the 'bark on', rattan and leather baskets. Grips are blue leather strapping in good condition. Single poles were used until about 1910 and made of a hardwood (hickory, willow, oak, etc.) to be sturdy and strong push sticks. In the 1920s, bamboo shafts became popular because they were lighter weight and still strong.