Material Sourcing Recommendations & for DIY Impact Tools

Where to Source Materials:
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✅ Wood for Paddles & Canes:

• Local hardwood stores (oak, maple, walnut) – better than softwood for durability.
• Home Depot / Lowe’s – pre-cut wooden boards for paddles.
• Amazon / eBay – rattan rods for canes.

✅ Leather for Floggers, Crops & Straps:

• Tandy Leather / Weaver Leather – high-quality leather in various weights.
• Etsy – leather scrap bundles for floggers.
• Thrift stores – old belts for DIY straps.

✅ Rods & Handles:

• Fiberglass rods (for crops, canes) – found at kite shops, archery stores, or online.
• Metal pipes (for flogger handles) – available at hardware stores.
• Acrylic rods (for clear canes) – plastic supply shops.

✅ Other Supplies:

• Paracord (for wrapping handles) – craft stores like Michaels or Amazon.
• Contact cement (for leather bonding) – Tandy Leather or Home Depot.
• Wood stain & varnish – any hardware store.

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