My Current Nylon Bullwhip Making Method 2020
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- čas přidán 20. 05. 2020
- Welcome back, friends! In this full-length tutorial I'll be showing you my current method for building a nylon bullwhip, as well as introducing the new materials that I am using to make them. As always, The methods used in this video are what I've found to work best for me, and should not be thought of as the "only way" to make a whip. You may have different methods that work better for you, and that's ok! This tutorial is filmed in a real-time setting, so grab some paracord, a seat at the workbench, and plait along with me!
Below are some links where you can purchase some of the tools and materials that I used in this video. A few of the links are to Amazon, and if used, I receive a small percentage of the sale.
I'm glad you are here, and I hope you enjoy!
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I have concerns that every time I watch one of Nicks videos, it is his "latest method"? Simply because he usually tells us that he has replaced one or two of the previous component parts due to a breakdown of some sort. So what Nick is telling us is simple. Don't buy one of his whips until he gets it right!
Interesting viewpoint. I don't ever recall stating that my current method videos are created to address whips "breaking down". Instead they are created to inform fellow whipmakers and clients of my ongoing discoveries within the craft which I believe yield a slightly better build each time.
If someone purchases one of my whips 3 years down the road (assuming that I still make them), they will indeed receive an overall better product. This is due to myself gaining more experience in the whipmaking craft over time, but is this not the same case for everyone in every art/skill/trade? The way I see it, there is a big difference between refining something over time, and "not getting it right". The minute that I proclaim a particular whip build as THE ONE, then I'm not learning anymore. True perfection is never obtainable, but it is certainly pursuable. Even though I am currently happy with my products, I still have so much yet to learn about whipmaking, and I openly admit that. Some people will like my whip building methods, and others will not - and that's OK. Regardless, I still respect your opinion and I thank you for watching.
Humbug. So you made some minor modifications to your whips based on experience. You've inspired me to build a whip and Ive been referring to all 3 current methods as well as your falls and crackers video. Just finished my second belly! Cant wait to crack the final product. Thank you. Keep up the good work.
I guess, man. honestly, the only real important changes he's made are
1) He stopped using electrical tape
2) He started using sinew to bind whips
3) He started waxing all of his whips
Everything else is pretty minor, and those 3 changes GREATLY improved the quality of the whips, everything else is just small incremental updates that don't do that much, but are still cool to see. It's like anything other skill based hobby, there are big things you need to learn, and then after that there are lots of other small things you can change and update over time if you want, you know? And considering he's updating those things all the time, it's really only making the whips better and better. (And as a side note, nylon bullwhips are a relatively new invention, they're still figuring out TONS of stuff all the time, but leather bullwhips have pretty much been made the same for 60 years now. Looking at the procedure for a full leather whip verses a nylon one is CRAZY)
When you switch from 14 plait (under 4 over 4) to 12 plait, ( under 3 over 3 ) doesn’t that create a double overlap?
Sorry, 14 is under 4 over 3.
As I listen to this, it is becoming clearer and clearer: Nick, you've become the Bob Ross of whips. I love your little observations about wildlife and asides about hobbies and stuff. It's all just so friggin wholesome.
looooooooooool, I was about to write the exact same thing!!! XD
He even has the soothing voice down to a t!
I wrote this and read your comment lol
You have a Bob Ross type of tone to your voice lol, Bob Ross of whip making!
"We're just gonna make a few happy whips here. Happy little whips."
I thought just the same🍕😆
came here to say this
I scrolled down to comment and say this exact thing hahaha.
jinx
I make my living building acoustic instruments for the last 30 years. I for one, can appreciate Nick's information. I used his first whip making video many years ago and made over a hundred, based on his methods to get my "feet wet". My finished product (I did it for a hobby) was not up to my standards, and took up too much time which I don't have, to enjoy and have fun, with other priorities, so I just stopped making them and did not keep up with this subject. Over 8 years later, now I wanted to make some whips for my grandkids and saw this video. After getting the newer materials he suggested, and whizzed through the BB core, which was like torture and a whole world of waterboarding and frustration prior. With the basics under my belt, and the manner of Nick's explanation of the process has made a world of difference. Instrument making is just like this and everyone does things their own way through repetition and thousands of the same actions you will intuitively gain through subtle, small modifications to get better. Which is rarely shared in the real world when competing with others to put food on the table. When you get to a higher, more professional level, like Nick, you can share all your "secrets" because he knows how to excel and will always be innovative ,intuitive and technically superior.
Truly the Bob Ross of whip making!
Love the eyebrow raise when you mention "electrical tape" lol
Ikr. That look he made tells me the hell he endured in the comment section due to electric tape.
I made an electric tape 8ft bull whip years ago.
I love watching people who think they know what they're doing try to crack it. They always hit themselves, hand it back to me and say "fuck that" 🤣🤣🤣
Bob Ross of whip making.
This is like bob ross making a whip. so relaxing
I watch because I love the craft, I love learning from you, I love the variations and custom fun things you do, and yes, you are very ASMR. I can just chill at night and watch and let my stress zone out. :) Thank you for your channel and all the things you teach, and the awesome stuff you make! I know this comment is 3 years late, but I had not seen this one before and wanted to catch up. Keep it up! ♥♥♥🦨🦨🦨
Sometimes I wondered about you giving away secrets, but it’s is proof of your innovation and quality! I love my 10’ NWS bullwhip! Thank you
Also, you're the Bob Ross of whip making... Happy little whip happy happy happy... Fill it with BB's, happy little BB's.
I'm going to second Tristan's comment. There is NO DOUBT Nick is channeling Bob Ross's spirit. Now if Nick starts to paint portraits of whips ooooohhhhhh boy, I just got goosebumps!
Good day, Nick. My name is Dmitry and I'm from Russia. I have long dreamed of making a whip and, thanks to your videos, my dream has come true. Thank you for the high-quality and detailed video. Thank you very much.
Well I made my first bullwhip by using his tutorial years ago and my whip still works today. These tutorials are very easy to follow, much appreciated, thank you.
I literally just finished my stock whip from your other video... I guess I'm about to make a bullwhip too!
I read one of the previous comments with this guy. Dogging you I'll tell you what I own my own construction company. I'm just doing this for fun on the weekends, but if I stopped learning if I thought I knew everything, I would have been left in the dust ages ago. Things change on the daily basis. People find new and awesome ways of doing things that we never thought of 25 years ago when I started construction. Thank God for the internet and thank God for people giving away their quote" secrets to the rest of us. I'm too old anymore to work as hard as I did when I was 17 and started construction and if I would have been bullheaded and snub-nosed I would have had to stop doing construction years ago because I'd be too goddamn tired and to beat up to continue. Keep up your good work man
i can't express how happy i am that you linked everything in the description. thank you
Hallelujah! I finally found you!
A HELPFUL whip making tutorial!
Thanks Nick... Much appreciated.
Thanks Nick. I am a crafting geek. Never thought I'd want to make a bullwhip. Now I know I can't NOT make a bullwhip. Thank yo u so much for the detail and plenty of reference material for me to use. Excellent job. I'm thoroughly impressed and I'm, going to give as much effort and care as you have done.
No way I was rewatching all of your vids and thinking of making my 4th whip and then I saw this lets go!
Good job , 2 days I've been watching videos on bull whips . I'm gonna make one. I have a box full of deer skin .
Years ago I stumbled upon whip cracking videos which led to how to make a whip which led to your videos. I think the asmr-y voice in your content helps with being able to watch very long videos. I know I don’t have the willpower to watch a high energy 1-3 hour video. It would get too tedious for me personally. I do also consume asmr content but so far I havnt fallen asleep to your tutorials - They’re just super calming. Thank you for all the amazing work.
Thanks for watching, Boa! And thank you for the kind words and feedback. More videos on the way.
You are like the Bob Ross of whip making!! Love your videos.
I used his original video over 8 yrs ago and the whips I made are still going strong. I have not had time to keep up or make any whips since then, and now all this new products and technical improvements specific to whip making, has made time saving improvements. Needless to say, I will be making a few whips with these new tips and materials. Thank you Nick.
Thank you for rekindling my passion for whip making! I'm going to start on a new bullwhip for my dad with this tutorial.
Thanks for all the great videos!!
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching, and enjoy the project with your dad.
Thank you for posting this! My dad has wanted me to make a whip for him for years now since I made first one years ago, but I did not want to make him like mine which was rather lackluster. I made one to your guide for his birthday and he was thrilled!
I'm blown away with the amount of content that is freely shared by you and other makers, and can't thank you enough! That being said my newest pup chewed my old whip up and I need a new one (I use them to scare Moose out of my yard, very important with 7 dogs!) And have always fancied a snake whip, so off to your next guide!
Hello from Canada am 77 and a bow maker saw your video now am going to try and make a whip will start with a 3foot snake whip than a 6 foot your videos are so very easy to follow keep up the great work have a great day 🤟
Bow making myself is what made me appreciate his style of whip making (and cinematic though easy) tutorials that much more 😊
In case you were unaware Bernie's loop is also used in fly tying and is literally called a "whip finish". Mostly used by new fly tiers before they get all of the typical tools used. Eventually we buy a tool called a "whip finish" in various sizes.
You be the the bob ross of whip making
You are so generous to share your knowledge. I've learned a lot from you, Nick. Thanks and keep 'em coming.
Thanks for watching Barbara!
Nick you are the "Bob Ross" of whip-making. And in my opinion , that is the highest of praises. Continue making those "happy little whips" and showing us how too as well , you kick ass sir!
I did not see the other Bob Ross comments. Apologies. But nonetheless true
I enjoy the ASMR quality, I also love the whipmaking, and have followed your tutorials to make my own. But for the most part, your calming personality is infectious
Thanks for watching, Adam! And thanks for the feedback.
Started this video today and immediately began to relax. Voice is gentle and soothing, I too thought of Bob Ross. Had to look up ASMR, then remembered it. I appreciate the work you do to bring a calm and soothing approach to your videos. I will be watching more. Thank you!
“PLAITING!” 😂 you’re inspiring man!
I love the quick break with the RC plane. Your tutorials are very chill
I from Russia,thank you.You very much to help me my Brother.
Ееееее, Рос-си-я! Рос-си-я!
Он сделал 6-футовый кнут, я правильно понял?
You are very welcome, thank you for watching!
Да, вы построили это правильно! 😀
What would i do without your help.I don't know.. Thank you for your answer.
Ok your tutorials are perfect. I will be starting my first whip very soon. Thank you for the info
I had watched your videos since 12. I didn't understand nothin back then.
Now I..., I somewhat do.
Thank you very much nick! For this new video...i learn from my mistake before....thanks from borneo 😊👍
Absolutely giggling seeing the little smirk because of the "cheat code" you've demonstrated at 9:26. Love the little tricks and stuff you've got for everything. You're an inspiration, Nick. 🤘
Been listening to this video while sleeping. Very soothing :)
Whips aren’t my jam, but you are like the bob ross of whips. I almost want a whip just because I love your videos! Nice work man!
Is no one else going to mention those plane flying skills!? Lol. Great video Bro!
Thanks Bro!
R U a pilot???
@@lynndixon5278 I'm not but he is
This video is extraordinary. The Bob Ross of whip making. He’s got that magic voice; hypnotizing. Doing the video at night is so wonderful.
Thank you!!
I was literally wondering about this just a couple days ago. I guess I’ll be headed to the store soon.
Thank you so much, with this tutorial i finally made my bullwhip (instead of buyng one thick rope i bought 250 m thin one and 3stand braided it then cutted on size and created beautiful whip) 🤩🤩
Nick, your videos are amazing. I've watched all of your bullwhip tutorials and most of the other videos you've made.
I finally took the plunge and started making whips from this tutorial (6 actually) they are going to be Christmas presents for family members this year.
Keep doing what you do. I can't wait for you to do more tutorials.
Excellent video and great to follow along with! I had a hard time with that heel knot, but I have now made my first whip! Subscriber earned!
My new favourite video on youtube!!! I can't wait to make my own bullwhip
love the method updates as well, i guess i'll be watching and plaiting with you when my day arrives, whichever newest method you come up with \m/ these colors look awesome!!
I like the Bob Ross comment spot on...Great videos stumbled on to this due to a broken foot and covid-19..Looks like I got another new hobby and skillset. I found that an arrow makes a great bb funnel tube..Everyday you dont learn something is a day wasted...Keep up the great work and constant tweaks and improvements...
I love rain at night as well
The camera set up you're using illustrates the methods you use much better than other tutorials I've seen. Excellent work. Thanks for all you do to educate and keep us all informed on new materials. Many improved outcomes since a few years ago when I became interested in this, for me anyway, hobby. I would love to see a video illustrating the many different patterns you've come across because there are so many out there.
HAs anybody ever commented that you sound like Bob Ross??? The Bob Ross of whip making!
I made about a dozen whips several years ago using your first video Nick, I just followed your new tutorial and had forgotten the pleasure I got from listening to you and the therapeutic qualities I enjoyed so much. My latest whip doesn't crack so well, not sure why, feels a bit light for some reason but I don't really care, it looks great on the wall.
Man, thanks for putting this up. Watched a bunch of whipmaking videos and always come back to this channel. Using all the stuff I've learned from you and your collaborators, I'm actually working on my SECOND bullwhip as we speak.
Thanks again, Nick!
Yeah I'm at it again. I've made an 8ft electric tape and a 6ft without
Then I made a snake whip. That was fun but I ruined the fall then had to rebuild it.
I'm starting a 6ft with the newest stuff. My fingers are worn out. Hope yours turned out well. I messed my first belly up bad. Will start again tomorrow
I'm also not so against the super glue caliper whips uses on one or two steps. But you have to cut steel again with that method. That's okay I have the tools for it.
9 hours in and on my second break second belly is done and i can no longer feel my wrists great vid ive probably listened to it 3 times already
Amazing work - so nice of you to share your knowledge with the world :)
You're like the Bob Ross of whip making. What with the tone and timbre of your voice, and method of instruction. Bob Ross was awesome, incidentally. I might just try to make my own whip from this. Good vid, thumbs up!!
Thanks for the video. You have inspired me to make my first bullwhip. God bless
This is one of the most beautiful whips that I've ever seen! Great job Nick!!
You are very kind! Thank you!
@@NicksWhipShop you're welcome Nick! keep up the good work!!
Watching this stuff is like meditation.
All kidding aside I like innovation and experimentation. Keep up the good work.
Great video Nick! Your videos are great and its so cool seeing new methods of making whips
Thanks Isaac!!
I am in the process of completing my 8-ft bull whip from your last tutorial. I wish I had waited just one more week!
same boat here
same here. i'm about a week in and on the second belly right now.
Sorry guys, next one!
peter makes
Yess !
Me too.
I love that I saw this.
I’m on the end of the overlay and I really like how this one is finished.
I’m now confident it’s going to turn out great!
Can’t wait to finish it up now.
Brilliant video Nick, stunning bullwhip too.
Many thanks!
Hello Nick, with your voice and mannerisms, you are basically the Bob Ross of whip making! Thank you for sharing your methods and time with us! Stay safe!
Thanks for watching, Jarom! Thanks very much for the kind words. More videos on the way!
@@NicksWhipShop I make whips as a hobby and your videos and methods are my main source of learning! Thank you for what you do!
This is almost ASMR! New sub right here! Lol
I feel as though I'm watching the "Bob Ross" of whip making. Very informative and interesting video. I didn't see the other comment almost the same. Glad that there are more that feel the same. "Happy little whips."
Thank you Tom!
Bob Ross of whip making
I just wanna say thank you for making your videos. I’m currently attempting to make a 15 or around 15 ft whip using this technique for the colour design. I have a depression issue and sometimes I don’t want to get up in the morning, but one day I watched a video where you were in your garage making a whip and I attempted my own. I don’t wax them cause I don’t have the equipment, but I’m currently working on my 3rd one. The 4 ft didn’t turn out great, but works. The 10ft one turned out pretty good. The handle size is way better, the colour is better and it sounds and looks great. I just want to say thank you for the chill vibes and helping me keep my mind calm. Keep calm and whip on.
Dude, I've just gone through this vid once again and I can't get over that look you gave (LMAO) About the elec.tape in the beginning 😀😁😂😅😄😆😥😎.... hella great look!
Thank You for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful.
Wow just found one of your videos
Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us
Im getting Christmas vibes!!!
I've always wanted a whip. When I was a kid I tried making them, unsuccessfully. Thanks to your tutorials it took me just 1 month to go from crappy non cracking whip to whips that I could easily sell if I wanted to. Fully functional sturdy whips that easily crack and won't disintegrate.
I actually switched to 5mm spring steel rods before watching this vid.
Hyped to see you did the same.
I experimented with some different materials for the core. I tried steel cable instead of bb's. Actually works well, but you really have to be careful not to cause kinks in the cable. Does wonders for the stiffness. I also tried shrink wrap instead of sinker cord + electric tape. But I think that it will disintegrate either by age or fatigue. So I'm trying different types of cord.
Right now I'm using paracord 1250. Because the bb's fit easily and it slides on the end of the spring steel rod easily.
I have yet to find a local dealer for artificial sinew though. Not much of that stuff around in Europe. I have to import it from the US or UK. Unless someone can point me to a store located in The Netherlands or somewhere close.
Great videos nick It's always a treat When you upload a video
First whip I waxed I turned it to 200 degrees I hadn't listened to the Fahrenheit bit, hum never cracked properly as a lot of the paracord had fused solid. Lesson learned.
Thanks for all the tutorials Nick I have really enjoyed making a number of whips. God bless
oh my. this video comes at the perfect time. i am currently combing through your other three long bullwhip making videos and compiling a combined methodology off of them. i think this video can safe me so much time. yay!
You’re the Bob Ross of whip making.
Thank you James!
As always, thank you so much for sharing your method! Keep crackin', amigo.👍
Thanks David!
I very rarely comment on videos. Since I feel like it is a word within an entire book.
But *MAN* did I enjoy this video. Seeing all the different ways and steps you used to make the whip, as well as your personality you put into the craft, really enjoyed it. Definetly gonna stick around for more.
Also, the whole process of the making looked kind of tedious but when you cracked the whip and played around with it, that seemed *sooo* worth it!
Really enjoyed the video. Thanks for your work.
Greetings from switzerland 😊
Wow! I enjoy whips but this is first vid on making one I've seen and it is tedious. Excellent work.
peace nick! i just stumbled upon your video for the first time. the monkey fist brought me to your channel. i just gotta commend you on your video. great job. very informative. Your Bob Ross pacing and tone would make the happy tree maker proud. big up!!!!!
Finally!
been waiting for this all quartantine hahahaha
Me to!!!!!
Thank you for making a long layover in Phoenix both calming, educational and fun. I’d love to try this but lol get ADHD so bad sometimes. Still, it’s awesome to see how my nylon whips are made and hopefully one of these days I can make one myself. :)
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching, and many more videos to come!
I love how complet your tutorials are and I am using it as my guidline while making my first whip.
As for the ASMR aspact: I am a big fan of ASMR and you have an amazingly soothing voice to listen at. you deffinetly could try a ASMR video ;p
hey nick. i just finnished making my first bullwhip thru this tutorial. and man it went soo smooth! only a few hickups where i didnt really get what you where doing. so a few rewatches on those parts and i got it. i have not waxed it yet tough, but i can at least make a crack once every 12th time lol. thanks for you awesome tutorials. and man that story telling voice you have need to be in an audio-book!
Excellent & Informative as usual......& thot surely before it was all said & done You would have somehow, anywhere You wanted to, had braided a happy little tree too.... ✌😎
This was awesome, it was like whip making ASMR😂
Thanks for watching, Logan!
THANK YOU SO MUCH you helped me upgrade my garbage stockwhip i would like to donate anything but i cant im sorry but im so happy because of you helped me alot have a great day or night
Watching this Sept of 21 and Nick just mentioned the COVID pandemic in a way that he thought we might forget about it. I had to actually LOL.
awesome, cant wait to get mine and start whipping again
You bet, Lee!
I typically use 3/8 x 10 inch carriage bolts for handles, which come in various lengths, from the local hardware store. :) I don't remove the head, it makes a good anchor for handle-cap stuff, and the threads are great for anchoring cord to.
Thanks for the video it helps a lot
Thanks Nick! Very helpful.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
Hi Nick,
The best scissors I've come across to date are Fiskars dressmaking scissors. They are extremely sharp - like a surgical scalpel blade and go through nylon like a hot knife through butter. Watch your fingers though. I cut about 3mm deep into mine just accidentally brushing up against the blade. They will also cut cow hide - not that you're using that any more.
Hes like the Bob Ross of whip making
I must say thank you for making all the instructional videos! I had intended to purchase a whip off a website but after seeing enough videos of other people making whips I became skeptical of what its construction methods were like. The methods here were super easy to follow (minus the transition knot, but that is a unique beast of its own). I made my own adjustments and incorporated elements in which I think will make my whip better for my own purposes (full contact whip battles) but I really appreciate the thorough explanations of how to build a general whip. If anyone is curious one adjustment was using 1/4" stainless steel tubing for the handle, putting a section of 1/8" aircraft cable coming out for the handle/core transition and then going into the BB loaded core (with my core being much longer). Further whips may experiment with all aircraft cable for the core... Has anyone else played with this by chance?
I use steel tube and run clothes line thru it for my core.
Just found your videos (subscribed) love making things, and you are like the Bob Ross of whip Making @NicksWhipShop