The cane manufacturer mainly uses beech, but also exotic woods such as Malacca rush. He heat bends the blank which becomes cylindrical after passing through the bezel. The barrel can be drilled lengthwise for a hiding cane. The white woods are burned then varnished.
There is no specific training for the profession of rod maker. However, a transfer of knowledge could be possible.
In initial CFC wood craftsman training, some concepts are covered in one of the following orientations: wood turning or woodwork. Duration 4 years. You will find all the information on orientation.ch .