Ok, ive been scouring all day long reading reviews and very satisfied customers of TM's Latigo and how much it appeals to the newbies.

I plan on buying the 3" artisan "new standard" strop he sells. Im going to get latigo for sure, but i honestly cant seem to find enough info on the smooth cotton and genuine linen to make an educated decision.

Could you guys do your best to tell me which you prefer and why? I know there is alot of TM users on here and id like to know. Also...i see that i have the option for handles AND d rings...im not quite sure how that will work...

One last thing...i have the FILLY from ruprazor now...it has a pasted side on the back of it. I also have a swaty...if i get a TM strop, will all these things be enough to bring a dull blade back to life?

Example: Strop using the pasted side of the filly, hone with the swaty, then move on to linen/cotton(whichever i decide)TM strop, then the latigo TM strop...

Does that sound about right?

Thanks in advance