Quietness is
a huge issue because of the kidlets. So
we purchased 3 different types of long canes.
We have three rattan rods (no handles), each of different thicknesses,
but they are beginning to show wear. We’ve
had them for years, lol.
Cane #1 –
The Long Rattan Cane…complete with handle
This one STINGS, way worse than the
rod we have of the same thickness. It’s
also way more flexible than the rods.
Captain says the finish has something to do with it…poly something or
other. Did I mention it STINGS! A LOT.
Thank goodness he showed mercy and only used it lightly.
Cane #2 –
The Blue Acrylic Cane
This one is more hurt with a little
sting. I prefer it over the rattan
cane. It still gives quite a ‘wallop’. And the color blue is really pretty, lol.
Cane #3 –
The White Delrin
This cane is evil. It’s highly flexible. It stings, it hurts, and even though he was
using it lightly, I could not stay still. I usually don’t have a problem staying in position,
with this one I did. A LOT!
We also got
a rubber paddle called Big Foot…smooth on one side, and bumpy on the
other. My only comment: OUCH!
The last
thing we tested was a delrin/rope loop thing.
Hmmm…not sure what I think about that one, yet.
Wait…we also
got two short OTK canes, one rattan, and one blue acrylic. Verdict is still out on those too.
Captain has
assured me there is much more testing to come…
Oh my. That's quite a lot of toys. A lot of people are very unsure of the cane. We only have one, a short otk rattan one. I find it very very different from any of our other implements. A very unique 'feel' but I like it....... mostly.
ReplyDeleteThe only one I'd run from is the loopy. For me, even used very lightly is awful.
Dee x
We started very slow with the rattan canes when we got them. And Captain is going very slow with the new ones. I like the feel of our middle cane...it's the right balance between sting and thud.
DeleteHe used the loopy thing light...but I may take your advice...and run next time he brings it out.
Kate
Be glad you didn't get a rug beater. I've seen it in action twice (not on me thank goodness!) and it's scary.
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