Antique Locksmasher or Hammer Handled Hunting Whip - w1708 feb25 5cm) long x 1¾" (4

5cm) long x 1¾" (4

Handle width 14" (35cm)

5cm)Weight : 753g (1lb 10½oz)

5cm (1")Weight 148g (5¼oz)

Maximum height 12½" (32cm)

Antique Locksmasher or Hammer Handled Hunting Whip - w1708 feb25 5cm) long x 1¾" (4This whip has a silver coloured hammer shaped handle, sometimes called a "locksmasher". This could indeed be used to open locks, but also as a hammer for repairs or as a priest. It has a silver coloured (probably nickel) collar. There is a fine crack in the lower part of the collar. There are no maker's marks or stamps. The long stock or shaft is covered in braided leather.. It has a rawhide leather open keeper or loop at its end, and a braided thong,