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Flagellarium
This
is a modern leather interpretation of a Roman instrument of punishment.*
The long, turned wood handle facilitates self-flagellation and provides
extraordinary power when flogging a partner.
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Standard
design is black or brown, round, "rope-like" tails, 3/16"
wide, in fairly stiff harness leather. - Note the new knot and the
"furniture finish" on the handle.
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We’re not exactly sure what material the ancient Romans used, but
since leather was an expensive luxury for them, these instruments
of flagellation were most likely made of knotted hemp or flax cords.
(Paradoxically, in the Roman maritime trade, the
heavy “cordage” was often made of oiled leather, although
Greek and Egyptian sailors used twisted fiber ropes, much like the
ones we use today.)
Also see our Navy
Cats.
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The
Martinet
Brought to our catalog by "popular demand,"
this more manageable version of the Flagellarium is modeled
on the French Domestic Martinet, an instrument originally
intended to beat dried mud out of military wool jackets! It was
put into use on the home front to beat the tar out of civilian delinquents.
Now, of course, in order to be beaten, one has to "ask nicely."
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A
happy purchaser told us:
"The item arrived in good condition. It
came much sooner than expected, and the grip feels great. Thanks
again for the quality product. The Martinet was extremely
steady and easy to handle.Z"
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The
Signature Martinet
A
customer liked the tresses of the Martinet, but preferred
our Signature handle to the wood version.
So
... as is our custom, he had his way with us. And, now you can too.
The usual color options are available, and this version is also
a bit longer than the original.
K069
Click
here for information of the Care and Feeding of the Flagellarium
and the Martinet.
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Please
note: For customers who have wanted the handle style and look
of these two implements -- but not the severity -- we also
offer this softer interpretation at the same prices. Your
choice of color(s) and textures -- in cowhide, deerhide or suede.
To order, call or email, please.
A customer wrote to tell us:
"The
Martinet arrived ..., & I'm
very much adoring this one also! You can hear how effective
it is, even before the sting registers, just from the swishing sound
that even a median-swipe will produce. Delightful!
-L."
And
later:
"I
received the Martinet late last week. It really is an awesome
thing of beauty! Thank you for your always excellent work. J"
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Martinet
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Severe |
33"
long overall |
$105.
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K068 |
Signature
Martinet |
Moderate |
36"
long overall |
$125.
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K069 |
Flagellarium
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Extreme
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42"
long overall |
$125.
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K070 |
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