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by Eric Roethe
Sat 9. Nov 2019, 20:41
Forum: Terror in the Aisles (+++public thread+++)
Topic: Are TV series allowed?
Replies: 34
Views: 16989

If you have a mac, you can watch the first two episodes for free. Or at least I could.
by Eric Roethe
Wed 6. Nov 2019, 20:59
Forum: Terror in the Aisles (+++public thread+++)
Topic: Are TV series allowed?
Replies: 34
Views: 16989

Oh. I should warn, parts of the show are not suitable for children, in my opinion.
by Eric Roethe
Wed 6. Nov 2019, 20:58
Forum: Terror in the Aisles (+++public thread+++)
Topic: Are TV series allowed?
Replies: 34
Views: 16989

If you happen to have apple TV, the new series See shows several. It is a dystopian future where everyone (almost) is blind. The whips are used like walking sticks. Steve Townsend made the whips.
by Eric Roethe
Tue 5. Nov 2019, 16:30
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Adam Winrich style whip
Replies: 84
Views: 20409

Nicely done. I like the two different sizes, and I love the polish on that brass.
by Eric Roethe
Tue 8. Oct 2019, 04:36
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Longhorn
Replies: 22
Views: 5633

Very nice Mark.
by Eric Roethe
Thu 5. Sep 2019, 06:07
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Whip #7
Replies: 8
Views: 2555

Thanks Ron. I think this is my second TT core. I'm not sure if I have a true feel for it yet, or if I ever will. I know this one is twisted tighter than the last, however, I'm unsure if it's tight enough. I assume it's another thing you figure out with more experience. I am pretty confidant that onc...
by Eric Roethe
Thu 5. Sep 2019, 04:24
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Whip #7
Replies: 8
Views: 2555

Finally got a chance to restart my whip. I'm still unsure if this is the best way to attach a TT core to the rod, but I haven't had an issue yet. I might put a small piece of finger tape over the transition. https://i.imgur.com/4N2jeAe.jpg?1 TT core. Needs a little trimming and then my favorite part...
by Eric Roethe
Fri 23. Aug 2019, 02:55
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Whip #7
Replies: 8
Views: 2555

Ron and Scott - Yes, turning down the metal rod is a breeze with the mini-lathe. I wish I could have purchased a full size one, but it wasn't/isn't in the budget. I bought this one to play/learn with. I have the wooden heel nearly finished and I'm quite pleased with the final result. It does have a ...
by Eric Roethe
Thu 22. Aug 2019, 04:06
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Whip #7
Replies: 8
Views: 2555

Whip #7

Starting whip #7 and I thought I'd do a build thread. For Whip #7, I'm planning a 7 foot bullwhip. I start with 1/4" steel rod that I turn down at one end. I have a mini lathe that makes this part pretty easy. https://i.imgur.com/xFLY9wO.jpg?1 Next I'll attach a TT core, for the second time. I ...
by Eric Roethe
Tue 13. Aug 2019, 21:31
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: Build thread for dog shelter campaing 2019
Replies: 63
Views: 15285

That looks really nice Jyri.
by Eric Roethe
Tue 6. Aug 2019, 17:09
Forum: Makers and Masters (+++public thread+++)
Topic: The "Making of" Gallery - Jessie Edwards
Replies: 310
Views: 110759

I'm not terribly fond of vanilla ice cream or public tv, but I do like those whips.
by Eric Roethe
Sun 4. Aug 2019, 06:52
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

As predicted/suggested the new heel turned out much better. After attempting multiple different knots, I did have to build it up a little with hockey tape to get one to work. I now know what size and shape to start with next time. Just needs some wax and a cracker and I'm calling it done. Thanks aga...
by Eric Roethe
Fri 2. Aug 2019, 05:41
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

Round 2 Again, trying to make the best of a mistake. It seems I need to take my reading glasses when I shop. What I thought were 1.5" balls were actually 1.75". Some time with a sander, rasps and files produced what will hopefully be a better end result. http://i.imgur.com/QwN47xI.jpg?1
by Eric Roethe
Fri 2. Aug 2019, 00:02
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

Thank you for the kind words. At this point, I'm calling it a successful failure. It looks nice, but it's too big for my hands as well. I think my excitement of doing something different clouded my judgement a bit. Different still needs to be functional. So, I'm happy this was my first whip that has...
by Eric Roethe
Thu 1. Aug 2019, 08:05
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

I think it turned out pretty good. I'll probably use the wooden ball again, but I doubt it will be that size, despite already making a jig. The 2" ball doesn't quite look right to me. At least with a handle that thin. I know the coin thing isn't very original, but that is from the National Fore...
by Eric Roethe
Wed 31. Jul 2019, 23:50
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

Mark, thanks for the links. I went with one similar to your first link, although I used a different tutorial. I'm still cleaning it up, but it looks like it is going to work fine. Ron, going bigger was a last result. If I had it to do over I would have went with a smaller ball, but I used what I had...
by Eric Roethe
Tue 30. Jul 2019, 19:51
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

Thank you for the kind words everyone. Sven, I've had to make small adjustments before, but this one was the worst. It was doubly disappointing because I actually to the time to draw this one out and checked my math a couple different times. First attempt at the knot was not successful. I think it i...
by Eric Roethe
Mon 29. Jul 2019, 16:10
Forum: Whips (+++ public thread +++)
Topic: My whips and current project
Replies: 25
Views: 6364

My whips and current project

I haven't been the best at taking pictures of my earlier work. The majority have been given as gifts, wall hanging decoration, or torn back apart because I wasn't happy with the outcome. Below is one I remembered to take a picture of when I was at my buddies house. http://i.imgur.com/w1F7dxH.jpg I d...
by Eric Roethe
Sun 28. Jul 2019, 08:54
Forum: Terror in the Aisles (+++public thread+++)
Topic: Are TV series allowed?
Replies: 34
Views: 16989

I know I'm bringing back an old thread, but on the topic of TV series, the Selina Kyle character on Gotham uses a whip in a couple episodes. My google-fu is weak at the moment, but I think it is season 4 ep 2 or 3, which can be found on Netflix. Again with the weak Fu, but I believe the whip was mad...

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