Vintage African Hide Whip or Sjambok or Litupa - w1622

This whip is made from rolled hide - possibly hippo
Such whips were used for herding livestock as well as self defence

Its top is braided into a Turk's head knot.

The whip is flexible and it tapers along its length.

Dimensions : Total Length 32" (81cm)
Weight 141g (5oz)

Ref : whip1622