Thread: Stropping after shaving vs letting the edge "rest"

I read that Dovo recommends letting the edge rest for 24-48 hours after shaving and before stropping, because stropping earlier than that breaks off some of the edge that gets misaligned when shaving. I know any bent microscopic "teeth" return closer to straight over time, so I think there is some merit to this strategy.

But on the other hand, I read on one of the posts here, that you should never wipe the edge dry by pinching it between a towel, and that many people strop 10-15 strokes after shaving to make sure the edge is truly dry. I also know microscopic edges rust quickly, so I think there is also some merit to this strategy.

So what do you expert's think ? Does the edge gets degraded more by stropping after shaving, trying to wipe it "extra dry" with a towel, or just leaving the edge alone after wiping it across a towel in a honing motion a few strokes to dry it ?

And more importantly, how long does it take for any differences caused by choosing one of those options over the others to impact the closeness or smooth feel of the shave ? Days, weeks, or months ?

Thanks.