Have security and peace of mind at your fingertips with this heavy-duty mace cane. The ribbed handle feels hefty from the weight of the solid brass knob while being pleasantly comfortable and casual to hold. Modeled after a medieval mace, the shaft is constructed of solid wood. The term Mace is related to the shape and weight of the handle. It does not contain liquid mace. A Mace was used in the Middle Ages for breaking armor. It was also known as a symbol of authority before a public official (such as a magistrate) or a legislative body. A common known saying in the old days was 'The one who carries a mace cane'