Thread: Things about stropping I learned the hard way

Originally Posted by Johnny J

-- You can't over-strop. (well, maybe you can if you have OCD and do 1000 laps, but really, you can't over-strop). If the linen is failing to restore your edge, there's no harm in trying more laps.

I've done 1000+ laps in one session, and failed to over-strop.

Originally Posted by Johnny J

-- You don't need linen right after you've honed, leather is sufficient.

And you don't need a fine-grit polishing hone or chrome oxide after you come off the 8k, linen is sufficient.