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It was so much easier the second time around for sure. I was able to do it in about half the time.
This one is a 8ft, 16 plait nylon bullwhip, I also used different materials for the handle, core, and bolster. I got the handle loop the right length this time, lol. It cracks extremely smooth with very little effort.
Thanks, I know the loop is small, I didn't account the extra length I would need because of the turks head knot. The way the the knot wraps around the bottom of the handle cinched up about 2+in. of the wrist loop.
Nice work. Just curious, I don't own a whip but was wondering why you used nylon? I that the material suggested to learn with before moving onto the more expensive leathers?
lantzn wrote:Nice work. Just curious, I don't own a whip but was wondering why you used nylon? I that the material suggested to learn with before moving onto the more expensive leathers?
I can't speak for fuzzjunk's choice, but based on what I've read here the cost of materials for nylon whips is significantly less. Basically a 1000' spool of nylon paracord gets you started. Some have written that it's easier to learn with nylon, but others have written leather is easier for learning.
I own a nylon whip. The reason I went with nylon was the lower purchase price for a whip I'll only crack occasionally. There is significantly less maintenance involved with a nylon whip and it can be used in all weather as opposed to a leather whip that shouldn't be used in very wet conditions. I specifically went with the maker I did based on the positive reviews from BullWhipBorton.
Regards,
Indiana Jeff
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lantzn wrote:Nice work. Just curious, I don't own a whip but was wondering why you used nylon? I that the material suggested to learn with before moving onto the more expensive leathers?
I can't speak for fuzzjunk's choice, but based on what I've read here the cost of materials for nylon whips is significantly less. Basically a 1000' spool of nylon paracord gets you started. Some have written that it's easier to learn with nylon, but others have written leather is easier for learning.
I own a nylon whip. The reason I went with nylon was the lower purchase price for a whip I'll only crack occasionally. There is significantly less maintenance involved with a nylon whip and it can be used in all weather as opposed to a leather whip that shouldn't be used in very wet conditions. I specifically went with the maker I did based on the positive reviews from BullWhipBorton.
Regards,
Indiana Jeff
You nailed it Indiana Jeff, took the words right out of my mouth.
I am going to try a kip hide whip soon, once I find a supplier locally to buy the hides.
Your next one will be even better! 
I specifically went with the maker I did based on the positive reviews from BullWhipBorton. 
