Is it a bad idea to store a bullwhip in a display case?

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Is it a bad idea to store a bullwhip in a display case?

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Hi all, I've been considering picking up something like this

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to store one of my bullwhips in, and I was wondering if anybody would advise against doing so? I'm thinking of going with either a plexiglass or acryllic type of display case, but I was wondering if it might be bad for the bullwhip in the long run? And yes, I most likely will be taking it out once in a while to crack it, and Pecard it maybe once a year...

But otherwise, does anybody know if this would be a bad idea?
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excellent question :clap:
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Thanks :)
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I think you'd be fine storing your whip in that fashion. You want to keep them
from extremes i.e. a closet/dampness or direct sunlight. As long as the display is
on a wall that doesn't sit in the sun all day, you've got an ideal and sharp looking
storage solution.

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That is really a neat question,

I have always wondered about keeping them in a glass tiered display case. Seems like it would keep the dust off the whips, but I guess not as much as a heavy duty zipper case such as Bernardo's or Robby's types.


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Castor, When it comes to long-term storage, Leather whips will do better when they are able to have air circulate around them. But displaying a bullwhip in a case like that should be fine, especially since your still going to take it out and used it once in a while. I know some folks with collectable or screen used film whips display them in a similar manner. Basically try to keep it out of direct sunlight and don’t coil it up too tight.

Allen, Your better off storing a whip in a glass display case then a whip bag/case.
Storing leather whips inside a whip bag for long periods, especially if your in an area with high humidity is never a good idea and over time can open up a whole bunch of problems with leather. A rosin bag, silica gel pack or even sock full of non-scented kitty litter can help with the moisture, but its still not the best way to store them.

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Indiana County Jr. wrote:That is really a neat question,

I have always wondered about keeping them in a glass tiered display case. Seems like it would keep the dust off the whips, but I guess not as much as a heavy duty zipper case such as Bernardo's or Robby's types.


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Dust never has time to get on my whips :)
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BullWhipBorton wrote:Castor, When it comes to long-term storage, Leather whips will do better when they are able to have air circulate around them. But displaying a bullwhip in a case like that should be fine, especially since your still going to take it out and used it once in a while. I know some folks with collectable or screen used film whips display them in a similar manner. Basically try to keep it out of direct sunlight and don’t coil it up too tight.

Allen, Your better off storing a whip in a glass display case then a whip bag/case.
Storing leather whips inside a whip bag for long periods, especially if your in an area with high humidity is never a good idea and over time can open up a whole bunch of problems with leather. A rosin bag, silica gel pack or even sock full of non-scented kitty litter can help with the moisture, but its still not the best way to store them.

Dan
Thanks Dan and SHoWhips, this really does help me quite a bit in making my decision! Direct sunlight shouldn't be a problem, and I agree that it should *hopefully* turn out looking rather sharp! I'm mainly doing this as I decided to find a better long-term displays for my gear that would be eye-catching, but also safe from the elements...

I'll be sure not to coil them up too tightly, and Dan, air circulation really is a big concern for me as I don't really get a chance to use them as often as I'd like (last time I used them was probably back around June!!!). However, maybe I'll take them out of the case for a day or two every now and then to help aerate them, worst case scenario! :lol:
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Castor Dioscuri wrote:(last time I used them was probably back around June!!!)
Same here, can't crack 'til the grass is dry.
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Dust never has time to get on my whips :)
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That right there shows that I need to reorganize my "priorities" :rolling:
I told my wife I was not using the whips too much and that proves it!



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Castor, I'd imagine you could get a plexiglass or acryllic type display case with ventilation holes, or "install" some yourself.
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VP wrote:
Castor Dioscuri wrote:(last time I used them was probably back around June!!!)
Same here, can't crack 'til the grass is dry.
I crack my whip all the time in damp grass, but then I tumble it dry on a medium setting. It shrank some, but it sure keeps the mold from setting in... :rolling:
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