These are some of some of my favorite whipmakers.
Murphy Whips: Mike Murphy is a talented Australia whip maker. His whips have won awards in Australia. I've purchased many whips from him. He also is an accomplished whip cracker and sells well produced instructional videos. (Australia)
David Morgan: Famous American whip maker. Crafted the "Indiana Jones" bullwhip. His whips are on the pricey side, but Mr. Morgan makes tough whips that can take a degree of abuse. Also sells bullwhips and stockwhips made by the Australian, Terry Jacka. Check out the fine selection of Akubra Hats! (USA)
Rawhips: Rod Williams
is a talented self-taught whip make. He primarily caters to the "indoor"
whip folks. He no longer takes individual orders, but his whips can be ordered
through Midnight Blue.
(USA)
Northern Whip Co: Joe Strain, apprenticed with David Morgan. His whips are well known and his skill respected. Makes beautiful snakewhips and a very nice (and reasonably priced) version of the "Indy" whip. (USA)
Em Brand Whips: Bernie is another noted whip maker who has been making whips for nearly 30 years. He offers a wide assortment of whips.(Tasmania, Australia)
Western Stage Props: Owned by Mark Allen. Western Stage Props sells a wide assortment of whips, crafted by various whip makers. Also sells instructional videos, books and items related to the Western arts. Publishes a colorful print catalog. (USA)
Peter Jack: Another well known whipmaker. Peter makes a wide assortment of whips, including some that are very beautiful and distinctive. (New Zealand)
SKT Bush Leather: Owned by a husband and wife team. Also make belts, hat bands and other leather items. (Australia)
Janine Fraser: Janine is famous for her fine stockwhips. No webpage yet, but she is glad to discuss your whip needs via email. (Australia)