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6 ft Joe Strain Aussie style Bullwhip with Copper
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2009 9:06 pm
by Shagbd
This whip has been a long time in the making...
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Several months ago, I contacted Joe about doing a whip with a metal band, similar to the Alex Green/Zorr whips, but we wanted to do something completely unique... something no one has ever seen before.
The whip is basically one of his 6 Ft Australian style bullwhips, but with some noticable changes. Obviously he did some patterns in the handle and the knots feature Saddle Tan highlights.
We decided to use copper because we felt that as it ages, it will closely match and compliment the natural and saddle tan leather as it ages as well.
The copper band is engraved my my Musashi Dragon head logo that can be found on other items of mine as well. The copper cap on the end of the butt knot features a stylized "S" initial which was designed by a swordmaker friend of mine.
Joe has just shipped this whip so i will report more once it arrives.
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2009 9:29 pm
by racerx
Oh wow! I like it, that is unique, adding a personal touch was a great idea, the brass furrel really transitons well with the color and pattarns of the whip, really sweet looking whip man! ''there can be only one'' well mabey not, but I had to say it,
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I already know how the whip will handle, having one of Joe's awesome whips myself, so I know you'll have a lot of fun with it.
All the best.
Jim J.
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2009 11:48 pm
by WhipDude
I've taught you well Shagbd.
Now THAT is awesome. It's personalized which means it really cool. I love the Zorro whip a lot but that's just so neat. What I find unique about Joe is the perfection of his whip making. Tight braiding, it's not over shellaced so it looks like leather, his fancy whips don't look like mantel pieces but very usable.
This is something I'd enjoy seeing in person and would love to try out.
It's also going to be awesome when it's aged. That natural tan is going to darken up like a beauty and it's going to shine.
I'm going to PM you my home address so he can ship it to the right house.
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2009 11:51 pm
by Shagbd
hahahha right on bud!!
Yeh, you NAILED it about the aging...
in fact, this whip was DESIGNED to age!!!
the leather will age along with the copper
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2009 11:51 pm
by Weston
That's a beauty!
Weston
Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 5:34 am
by Whip Basics
Hey David,
Congratulations on that whip. I know that design from several Simon Martin whips.
Joe Strain did a great job on that one
If you're interested in this design, visit Simon's
homepage! He does beautiful stockwhips with steel or brass ferrules.
But again - great whip!
Robby
Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 10:02 am
by ksteryous
Wow, that is an awesome whip...Joe made a new customer out of me with my new stockwhip, and after seeing this one, I can't wait to save up enough to get another whip from Joe....and now after seeing this one, definitely leaning towards one of his bullwhips.
Thanks.
Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 9:29 pm
by Canasta
Man, that is sweet like bit of sugar on the tongue.
Love it!
I can't wait to hear what you think once you get it.
Chris
Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:55 am
by Shagbd
just got the tracking info......
Thanks Chris!
Looks like Ill have her in hand this saturday!
maybe if the weather permits I can make a video or 6
Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 1:28 am
by bluzharp
That's a very nice whip. Joe never ceases to amaze me with his talents. Congratulations on your new whip!
Let us know when you get to crack it!
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 3:58 pm
by Shagbd
Oh my dear god!!!
Just got it in A DAY EARLY!
UNBELEIVABLE whip!
6 fter, but cracks effortlessly!
Joe knocked another one out the park here!
He was very excited abiut this project and his enthusiasm shows in his work!
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb13 ... 0_4213.jpg
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb13 ... 0_4214.jpg
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb13 ... 0_4216.jpg
thats a EIGHT point hitch!!!!!!!!!!! EIGHT!!!!
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb13 ... 0_4217.jpg
In Hand.... rather skinny, but FAST
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb13 ... 0_4218.jpg
...and teh goofball happy owner
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb13 ... 0_4219.jpg
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 8:08 pm
by Indiana County Jr.
Shagbd,
That is a fantastic looking whip, nothing like your "own" signature whip! As always Joe creates magic again!
Allen
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 8:25 pm
by Vindy
Wow I really love how that whip came out! Very nice. I have a 10' Strain myself - Joe sure makes a nice whip.
Congrats and happy crackin'!
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 9:14 pm
by Shagbd
Indiana County Jr. wrote:Shagbd,
That is a fantastic looking whip, nothing like your "own" signature whip! As always Joe creates magic again!
Allen
you nailed it!!
i started out just wanting a Zorro style whip from Joe... but see.... IM NOT ZORRO!!
So i decided to do something more personalized...
I like to try to get all of my stuff as personalized as I can.... for one... i like it more.... and also, it MAKES me NOT sell stuff!
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 10:40 pm
by ksteryous
Awesome....so how about a video of it in action?
Posted: Sat Jan 17, 2009 11:03 am
by WhipDude
I would like a video to. It looks like its got quite the kick behind it.
Martial Arts logo? That's really unique as the Filipinos use whips in some of their forms. I do martial arts to but never thought about putting a logo on there or something of that sort.
Stop stealing all the good ideas! None will be left after you're done.
Posted: Sat Jan 17, 2009 1:03 pm
by Shagbd
WhipDude wrote: None will be left after you're done.
trust me, im getting REALLY close to being done
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Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2009 10:25 am
by AZ Pete
Shagbd -
That is a great looking whip. What is the length of the handle, 12 inch?
Pete
