Our latest walking cane has several unique features not the least of which is the striking ridge (highlighted below) on the back side of the crook. Couple that with the advantages of the Extended Triple Grip, including a section of deep grooves, and you have a cane that is designed for anything that might come up! Want to add more "effectiveness" to your cane? Substitute a 6" row of diagonal cut Shark's Teeth instead of the deep grooves at the balance point; $20 upgrade, but worth the price!