Details about Blackthorn Hunting Whip dated
Blackthorn Hunting Whip dated . A very unusual piece. Blackthorn shaft with horn handle, silver collar and a new keeper fitted by David Thorne of Devon. History lives on with this whip. The inscription on the silver collar reads: ' Presented to John Genders by Members of the Doncaster Branch A.S.R.S As A Token of Regard for His Faithful Services As Chairman.' May . The A.S.R.S stands for the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants. The Doncaster Branch was very involved in the formation of the early Railway Unions which really led to the first mentions of the Labour Party. To some, it may now seem quite ironic that it was a Hunting Whip that was presented to the Chairman in the last year of the A.S.R.S but, such is history. A good solid Hunting Whip, nice weight, and unique with that added history. Measurements: Handle to top of keeper " Keeper 8.5" Handle 4.75" Please contact us for International Postage and Packing Rates.