Some new stuff...

Well, Krampustime is nearly upon us, so I've decided to stock up on lumps of coal for everyone's naughty list.  I'm just beginning, but I plan to have a good amount of the more popular style saps I make available in time to get them out for the holidays.

I'll be posting what's currently available in my Etsy store, please check it out here:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/raymonddesmarais 

If you a question about ac ustom order, you can message me directly.  Thanks, and have a great Thanksgiving!

Info About Orders: Please read.

I am currently taking orders for my saps.  Here are some answers to commonly asked questions:

1.  What kind of materials do you use?  The ONLY kind of sap I make is leather, filled with lead shot.  I stitch these by hand, and for the time being, I do not cast lead, or put springs in the body of the sap, owing to the limitations of my equipment and experience. There are other excellent makers out there who are more qualified to make flat saps and blackjacks.  

2.  Are these legal to carry?  The saps I make would be legal to own just about anywhere, but carrying one on your person might be considered an offensive weapon, it varies a lot from state to state.  It is your responsibility to know the law regarding weapons where you reside. I sell these as collectibles.  Seriously, that's not just me covering my ass.   I would never recommend my saps as a primary means of personal protection. They could be used as an impact weapon by a skilled fighter, but there are lots of better options.  I make these for people who simply appreciate hand crafted goods and the nostalgia factor.  They make nice paperweights or massage tools for those qualified in various types of bodywork.

3.  How do I order/ How much will it cost?  Please message me directly at  r.desmarais@netzero.net.  Let me know the following:

- What length sap you want, 6.5-9 inches. 

- What color sap you want.  (I always have black, brown, saddle tan and oxblood.  I often have other colors too, just ask.)

- Whether you want it to have a strap or no strap.

I will respond to your inquiry to confirm I can fulfill your order, then accept payment via Paypal accordingly.  My lead time on orders is approximately one week.  This is subject to change if I have to travel, I will let you know.

The cost for a basic sap is $70 shipped within the USA .  Custom designs or other sizes may cost more. I do not currently ship outside the United States.

If you have a request for a special design or some sort of embellishment, feel free to ask me about it. If I cannot do it myself, I will do my best to refer you to someone who can.  Please direct any questions to me directly, rather than the comments section, as I will get the message faster.  Thanks.

New Orders On Moratorium.

I could have just said "on hold"  but this sounded more badass.

I have a few custom orders that I am working on as time allows.  If you've placed an order in the last couple of weeks, I will still fill it, but I am currently not accepting new custom orders for the next couple of months.

My leather work is something I do only as a part time hobby, and my full time job has become more demanding on my schedule in recent months.

I do appreciate everyone's feedback and support over the last year, but with my current schedule, I need to step away from the workbench for a while.  I will post items for sale if I have time to make any extras, and I hope to try my hand at some new projects in the future as well, so check in from time to time.  When things slow down and I can take new orders, I will post accordingly.  Thanks again, stay safe out there.