Went past James Smith & Sons today, an old Victorian shop selling umbrellas and sticks since 1840. Famed for its quality and repair services its products are crafted in the basement of the store, and sourced from small family firms around the UK. Beside the sticks, the interior hasn't changed for over 140 yrs so it is a sight to see. Today they sell men and womens umbrellas, specialty umbrellas (the red one picturesd- cool, but people look like dopes walking around with them), canes, walking sticks, seat sticks (for hunting?), umbrella seat sticks
(for the unfortunate?) , and folding seats. Of which my favorite is the 'Tripod Crook Handle Seat' a combination between a cane and a folding seat (pictured).
Definitely worth a visit, but you can also check it out online.
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