Whip Basics. The Forum

Scott, you're welcome. And it's only the beginning. Ron, I just did the horizontal finger test and it doesn't seem to have any hinges. Apart from the part where the steel rod ends, but that I think, needs some extra, extra secure binding. It's good to know of the test though. Thanks for that. There ...

The first TT core is a fact. But I might want to do it again tomorrow and discard this first one. I'm not quite satisfied with it yet; I think it can be smoother. Or would closed loop binding and a good rolling work our some of the bumps? https://i.imgur.com/5E9QjZW.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Q1wnYV2.j...

Ron, plaiting from the tip towards the handle is something I need to look into still. That's something I want to do for a next project. I plan on plaiting from the handle towards the tip for my current whip. Am I wrong in thinking I can still follow the advice from your first paragraph? (I love all ...

Rachel, thank you so much for your quick reply! (I think I get it now.) I'm off to practice. Woohoo!

Instead of reading everything I can about building whips, I might as well just try my next build. I'm sure I'll learn as I go. (It's ok to make mistakes, even though my mind tries to tell me otherwise. :D) I am planning a 7 foot bullwhip with a 10 inch handle, a TT core and two bellies. It'll be 8 a...

Jyri, thank you for sharing! Both your whips look amazing (but I especially like the look af the black and white one). I didn't know waxing would make such a difference. (And I also learned my first two whips are quite floppy, compared to yours. It's good to know I need to put more effort in my bind...

Wow Rachel, I find it absolutely mind-blowing how straight your plaiting is. And overall it looks just wonderful. Thanks for sharing!