Bill Stevenson, whipmaker

Making whips that "just work"...seems a simple concept but unfortunately in this day of glitz and novelty the whip handler seems the target of gimmicks and hyberbole. I try to plait whips that are of a recognizable style and perform predictably and accurately. I believe that if the internal construction of a whip is correct then with reasonable care, the cosmetic aspects follow on their own. I dye my own kangaroo so I have the freedom to offer most colors within reason. Each of my strands is hand tapered lengthwise, then beveled on both rear edges to lie flat, then gauged to decreasing thickness from butt to tip. The outer or overlay strands are plaited over interior construction that includes a shot bag, where style appropriate, followed by multiple plaited bellies and multiple tapered bolsters of solid kangaroo. At present I am offering my signal whips and all hybid whips with signal whip tips with a plaited loop at the tip so that the cracker can be easily changed in the event of contamination. I believe this to be safer, more convenient and cost effective than the traditional cracker which is plaited into the whip tip and requires the tip of the whip to be replaited to replace the cracker. Additionally I make no extra charge for two toned whips. Contrary to what is commonly thought, a second color requires no more labor expense so why charge for it?...Enjoy browsing my website and feel free to email me with any questions.