This is a Victorian driving whip featuring a cladded brown English leather handle, furnished witha silver top and collar hallmarked for:
Birmingham 1896
Along with a makers mark:
G&J.Z
For:
George & John Zair
G. & J. Zair were independent whip & walking stick makers founded in the 1830s in Birmingham until they were bought by Swaine & Adeney in 1927.
The collar features a presentation for the original owner:
E.J.M
1899
Holly shaft finished with a plaited white leather lash.
A good quality whip, suitable for use or a collector.
Measurements:
Length to the top of the natural bow - 134cm
Diameter of the end - 1.8cm
Diameter of the shaft above the shaft - 1.1cm
Lash length from the end of the binding not including cord end - 113cm
Weight - 170g
Very good condition with some minor age marks. Professionally replaced lash.
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SKU: G178482457734
£275.00Price
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