Thread: Strop Paste?

Originally Posted by thepaulson

Hi All,
I'm about to order a Jemico DOVO German Razor Strop 13" and was wondering if I should order some strop paste as well? Does it really help matters any?

Thanks much,
Paulson

Abrasive pastes no.
Perhaps strop dressing (leather conditioner).

Most folk reserve pasted strops for the last
steps in honing a razor. A very light application
of CrOx on the back of some strops is a common
thing to do with leather that has two sides, but
it is not necessary. Some do like a polishing
agent on the back of a strop.

It is important to remember that it is impossible
for all practical purposes to remove an abrasive
paste. There are many pastes on the market so
being specific is important.