Hello all;
I am rather new to this forum (well, new to online actually) but thought I should like to offer some comments/questions.

Firstly, I wanted to ask of exactly what sort of chain the floggger was made? Is it actual round chain? or the ball-chain links? I have seen both in the scene, but really can only speak from experience with regards to the latter.

We purchased a chain flogger of the ball-chain variety almost 4 years ago and it is still in regular use. It gives a pretty hard pounding and the tips of those balls can really sting but in all honesty, a braided flogger or one with those sharp metal tips is more painful. The chain is more of a heavy "thuddy" sort of pain. It actually feels pretty good.

Care and maintenance has not been an issue. We just keep it wiped down and away from damp. It has seen heavy usage and has not broken skin. In all honesty, it rather looks meaner than it is, although I wouldn't advice it for the "novice" as the flails can be slightly awkward sometimes (you definitely don't want to take it over bone or kidneys) and the sensation a bit intense.

I think you'll probably love it!

Respectfully,
kiya