[QUOTE=feltspanky;1382050]Hi Scott: If you cut the strap the edge has been dulled. I strop very slow and try to make sure the entire edge of my blade is in contact with the leather. If I try to gain speed my blade edge loses contact with the leather. It may be time to visit the finishing stone for a few strokes without applying any downward pressure on the blade. Good Luck.

Even small nicks would dull the blade that much? Im worried about using the finishing stone. What would happen if I didn't even need to touch it up? As it still takes the whiskers off my face easily.