The Shillelagh’s history is as rich as the deep color of the dense blackthorn wood used to create these exquisite items. The tradition of carrying a shillelagh originated in Ireland thousands of years ago. Early Irishmen created these sticks from Ireland’s native blackthorn wood due to its sturdy consistency and unique pigmentation. These striking walking sticks were often used for self-defense as well as mobility and have often been referred to as “fighting sticks.”

This Authentic Irish Blackthorn Shillelagh retains the distinctive appearance of these historical walking sticks. The blackthorn wood has a green shamrock painted near the top of the shaft with the word, “Ireland,” proudly painted just beneath the handle. Midway down the shaft, the word “shillelagh” is inscribed in an elegant cursive script between two more green shamrocks. As each of these walking sticks is made from a unique cut of blackthorn wood, no two will be alike. Each Authentic Irish Blackthorn Shillelagh will vary in length and size from product pictured. This means that your blackthorn shillelagh will be unique to you. Embrace the spirit of the Irish today with an Authentic Irish Blackthorn Shillelagh!