Antique Swaine & Adeney Hunting Whip with Locksmasher Handle - w1756 dec23 They have steel inserts which

They have steel inserts which would fit into "boxes" in the heel of the boot

It has a replacement open leather keeper and a good thong with a pale cord cord lash

This whip has an antler or staghorn hook shaped handle

The lid is stamped "275"

Inside there is a pocket for spare nails

Antique Swaine & Adeney Hunting Whip with Locksmasher Handle - w1756 dec23 They have steel inserts whichThis whip has a heavy steel hooked handle with a dark patina. This could be used as a hammer or a priest. It has a silver coloured collar stamped "Swaine and Adeney, London". There are a few small dents in the collar. The long stock or shaft is made of red brown malacca cane. It has an open leather keeper or loop at its end Dimensions : handle : 3" (7. 8cm) Length (not including keeper) 29" (74cm), keeper 6" (15cm)Weight 211g (7 oz) Ref : whip1756