Some people think trimming a cane is easy, and actually it is, with a little practice, but not AS easy as it looks ... especially the first time.

You need a hacksaw, a cutting surface like a workbench, and a clamp to hold the cane steady. Nothing fancy required.

The clamp may need a bit of padding where it (clamps) touches the cane, to avoid dents or scratches on the wood shaft. I use a piece of towel, or heavy cloth. Glue it on the clamp surface if you can, so it doesn't slip. If no one else minds, of course. Otherwise, just tuck it in so no part of the clamp touches the shaft - only the padding does.

Many homes have these shop items already, or have friends, neighbors or family with these items. Try visiting a hardware store if you cannot find these items yourself - maybe they will trim it for you? Just have it marked and ready, and DON'T FORGET TO TAKE OFF THE RUBBER TIP BEFORE ANY CUTTING!

Fix (hold) the cane firmly, so it doesn't move when you saw it, in the clamp. The line you have marked on the shaft as the cutting line is either to the left or the right of the clamp when holding the cane - whichever side works for you.

I adjust the shaft part with the cutting line about 3-4 inches away from the clamp, so I have space to saw and move my arm/elbow. By the way, regular pencil works fine for a line marker, even on black wood, if you have the right light.  Use a marker if you don't have a pencil, or even an ink pen.

Make sure the table or workbench is steady and won't move when you saw. You may need to lock wheels with some. Do not let another human being hold it for you to saw - you are asking for an accident to happen!

Cut so you leave the pencil line intact - do not try to cut through the middle of your line. That's how it can get botched. Saw, lining up with the line, to keep the pencil line on the cane when done. Better to cut too long than too short, right?

You should be cutting at a 90 degree angle from the alignment of the clamp, so the tip goes on straight when you are done. Your hacksaw should be sharp enough to cut without splitting the wood. If some does, don't worry, having the rubber tip put on will smooth it out. Some people use a little sandpaper on the end, but it really isn't necessary - especially when the rubber tip has a metal washer inset.

Slide on the rubber tip and try it out! You have trimmed your walking cane successfully and deserve to walk with it in style!