DescriptionA classic tawse made in the style of the original as handcrafted by A B Dicks in the good old days at Lochgelly.Strictly Leathers version of this classic Scottish and Irish Schools punishment strap is made from dense but supple thick brown leather that wraps round the shape it strikes (delivering a uniform stroke).The leather has a special finish that can be oiled to give the tails extra weight for a much harder stroke, or can soaked in water to achieve one of the severest lashes possible from a leather tawse, do not be fooled into thinking that this item is a toy.Click on the image for a larger view.Curved handle grip as original pattern with a punched hole for hanging purposes.This tawse is the rare three tailed version, this was a widely used strap for both sexes in Scottish Irish schools.Dimensions are:Length of tawse 18 inches long.Wide 1.50 inches, approx. 37.5mmThickness of tawse at tail ends: 1/8 of an inch approx. 4mmThis tawse is divided into three tails that mould themselves to the shape of the recipients body at the point of contact.A classic style of school strap extensively used for punishment and class discipline.Ideal for any naughty boy or girl in need of hard chastisement.The only colour available at present in this extra special leather is brownCare of this Lochgelly tawse is covered in my article Care of your Lochgelly Tawse” by Mistress Penny.
