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Contributor: indiebutt indiebutt
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I don't know what to look for when shopping for a flogger or whip. I like a lot of impact... Does the material really make a difference?
12/15/2012
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Contributor: - Kira - - Kira -
Yes, the material makes TON of difference. Read through the reviews. Try to find ones that state how the impact feels - stingy vs thuddy, how much pain it produces, etc.
12/15/2012
Contributor: indiebutt indiebutt
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Originally posted by - Kira -
Yes, the material makes TON of difference. Read through the reviews. Try to find ones that state how the impact feels - stingy vs thuddy, how much pain it produces, etc.
I'll compare a few. Just out of curiosity, what material do you prefer in a flogger?
12/16/2012
Contributor: Petite Cannibal Petite Cannibal
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Originally posted by - Kira -
Yes, the material makes TON of difference. Read through the reviews. Try to find ones that state how the impact feels - stingy vs thuddy, how much pain it produces, etc.
Agreed. Leather vs. Faux Fur is a major difference! One can possible bleed you on the first strike, while the other one will possibly only ever sting the living hell out of you.
01/26/2013
Contributor: Petite Cannibal Petite Cannibal
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Originally posted by indiebutt
I don't know what to look for when shopping for a flogger or whip. I like a lot of impact... Does the material really make a difference?
MUST be Leather, of course, with a sturdy handle, that's slightly rounded for better grip.
02/10/2013
Contributor: palindromic palindromic
Material is ESSENTIAL. Rubber feels different from cow leather. Cow leather feels different from moose leather. Moose leather feels different from knotted rope.

Honestly, my partner and I get our impact toys mostly off of Eden (better quality items, often handmade by folks who understand what someone is looking for in impact play, since impact toys are their single speciality). After a cursory read-through, this (link) seems like a pretty decent guide to buying a flogger.
02/10/2013
Contributor: BloodHound BloodHound
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Originally posted by indiebutt
I don't know what to look for when shopping for a flogger or whip. I like a lot of impact... Does the material really make a difference?
Material can make all the difference with your experience. What do you mean by a lot of impact? Do you like a more thuddy feeling opposed to sting? If you're after a more thuddy sensation I recommend you look for a flogger with soft leather falls. Suede is a great material for a thuddy flogger.

A good way to shop for a flogger is really to get hands on with it. This way you can get a feel for how it feels on you. Ask around. See if some of your friends have some floggers they would be willing to let you try out. Once you have a good idea for what feeling you like and the materials of the flogger you can make a better decision when shopping online.

Happy shopping.
02/10/2013
Contributor: gsfanatic gsfanatic
Material makes a lot of difference. I'd either get a few basic models and test them out or go to a store and try one in person before investing. For the pricier ones, read review
02/11/2013