Edwardian 17HH Horse Measuring Gadget Bamboo Root Ball Walking Stick By G&J Zair

This walking stick features a root ball top which pulls up to reveal a brass horse measure, that measures up to 17HH.

Under the top is a makers pin reading:
'G & J Zair
Makers'
‘G. & J. Zair were independent whip & stick makers founded in the 1830s in Birmingham until they were bought by Swaine & Adeney in 1927.’ 

Bamboo shaft with an original metal ferrule.

Perfect item for a collector or for use.

Measurements -
Length - 92.5cm
Diameter of the top - 3.8cm
Diameter of the shaft under the top - 2.4cm
Weight - 415g