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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." S035 |
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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. They all
are crafted in a "rough-hewn" flavor, with an undyed
center split and a "back-side" that is left in
its original hide
condition
to maintain as much thickness as possible.
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| S037 May we make one for you? |
S036
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| Rev. Cooper's Taws | Moderate |
2.0"
x 16"
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$75.
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S037 |
| Medium Taws | Moderate-Severe | 1.5" x 20" |
$105.
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S036 |
| Large Scottish Tawes | Severe | 2.0" x 24" |
$110.
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