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The Taws (or Tawes)

   The term "tawes" (or taws) is most likely taken from the old Scots dialect word for "two." It was a punishment strap used to strike the hands of school children, usually made of any convenient scrap of strap leather and often toasted over a fire to make it more "wood-like."

     Our modern versions are intended more for striking butt and are crafted to be a bit more flexible than the originals. We make several models: from the more moderate version of the Rev. Cooper's (S037), which can be used on the hands as well, to the Large Scottish Taws (S035) which is more serious. For heavy players, we also have the Great Scottish Tawes which is very serious whuppin' gear!

May we make one for you?