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Singletail Length for Ladies? - 6/18/2009 10:21:39 AM

OttersSwim

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So I have ordered and received a beautiful singletail for my Lady from maker Peter Jack in New Zealand. It is a 4 foot red and black sixteen plait snake whip in kangaroo leather and it is just lovely.

It is a gift for her birthday.

So I received the whip today and while the braided body is indeed 4 feet, there is a 28 inch leather fall and with the cracker, the whip comes in at just over 6 feet. Much longer than what I had anticipated.

So I thought I would ask you Ladies who own/use singletail whips if you think that length is usable for BDSM play and if being shorter of stature you needed/desired a shorter whip. A bit late for me to ask this I know, but perhaps we might shorten the 28 inch fall if she finds it too long for easy use...not sure.

Also, the whip is a bit stiff. Would love any tips on maintaining it and making it more flexible and beautiful as it ages. Peter included a tin of beeswax to rub into it.

Thanks for the replies!

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RE: Singletail Length for Ladies? - 6/18/2009 10:29:10 AM

GeorgiaMaam

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I'm 5'3, and I use both a 3 foot and a 4 foot, with about another foot on each of fall/cracker. You can get the fall shortened by someone more local if necessary - it's not difficult to do. The best way to make the piece more flexible is for your Lady to practice with it. I'm a big believer in the one who is going to use the whip being the one to break it in - it will break in according to her own style, which customizes how the whip will throw. I usually condition my leather toys about once a year, but I also live in a very humid area. If you live in a drier area you will need to do it more often. Leather wipes (found in the car care section of the store and used for leather seats) are great for a quick clean/condition (and great for your leather coat too).

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