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08-16-2009, 04:22 PM #1
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08-16-2009, 04:37 PM #2
I did think it a bit odd that you'd lead with the edge, but decided i'd better mention in case you did some damage!
You'll pick it up in no time. Really. Just take your time, & get the technique sorted out & you'll find the speed follows.
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08-17-2009, 08:28 PM #3
I am in the same boat. I am learning to strop on the only SR razor I have, and I have been doing it for about a week and a half, and I am still going slowly, but I am doing the whole x pattern, while rolling the on the spine.
I find I have to pay close attention, or I find myself not doing it right, then I have to strop longer to make up for it.
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08-17-2009, 08:35 PM #4
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Thanked: 1587Getting to the point of a fluid stropping motion takes time and practice. It took me ages and many mishaps along the way.
The key to fluidity for me was the flip at the end of each stroke, and I found the key to the flip was the grip (hey, that rhymes!). It most likely varies from person to person in the detail, and this is what practice will perfect for you - but only if you practice it. Just practising moving your arm in one direction, without including a flip each time, will never help you develop the flip.
So I would recommend practising the entire stropping motion, not just parts of it. That is what you are aiming for in the end, so that is what you should practice IMO.
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