The present invention is an ingenuously designed self locking hinge that is simple
to manufacture and can come in a variety of shapes given the application requirements.
It has few parts making it cost effect and simple to use. The hinge can easily
be opened and closed with one hand while at the same time creating a strong hinge
connection. The invention can be used in a number of applications, including use
with poles for many common applications such as walking sticks, canes, ski poles
and wading staffs used by fly fishermen who need poles to navigate through a stream
to avoid holes or rocks in the stream bed. The invention can also be used in conjunction
with devices that require a collapsible frame.