I would like to know what strop types are recommended to a guy just getting into str8's. I have a cheap leather strop that seems to be working out at the moment, but I am looking for the next one, and the options are just bewildering.
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I would like to know what strop types are recommended to a guy just getting into str8's. I have a cheap leather strop that seems to be working out at the moment, but I am looking for the next one, and the options are just bewildering.
Please Help
SRP 3" premium4 /bridle seems to be one of the most often recomended here.
An Illinois strop will do the job if you find them too dear
Just my 0.02
I got an Illinois strop and it took a lot of work to get it into usable shape. Now it works fine, but it was a pain in the butt to get it to a point where I could actually strop my razors on it.
If you don't mind putting in a half days work to break it in, then its a nice cheep option. If I had to do it over again, I'd hunt around some more and buy a better one. The venders corner in the forums is a great spot to find quality items.
I have an Illinois 827, and it's a nice strop. That said, I would not buy one anymore. The strops SRD sell are the most versatile, and affordable, I know. You should take a look at the reviews to get a better overview of what else is in the market.
Gotta agree with the SRD strop. I've got the 3" Premium I and love it. Even if you're a beginner who will tear up your strop, the SRD strop is modular. All you have to do is to unscrew the rivets and replace the leather....and the replacements are reasonably priced as well.
SRD 3" Latigo canvas and leather in RED or Black...work with ANY size blade!
pcdad
I'm a newbie here as well. I started with a filly strop to figure things out and decide if I wanted to stick with str8s. I recently purchased a Kanayama. It's a bit pricey, but I like the feel I'm getting to my edges from it.
That said, I wish it had a handle on it (although I've never used a strop with a handle). If I were to do it over again, I'd probably have bought an SRD Premium version because it is less money, has the handle, and is 3" wide so you don't have to use an X-pattern... Then again, I can't say that I don't really like my results from the Kanayama.
I've got an SRD 3" black latigo, which is a great strop. It has the webbed fabric on it as well, which is very effective.
If your starting out I would go with a basic inexpensive strop. You want one that is quality and will do the job but not one that if you seriously damage will make you cry.
There is always the chance to nick a strop but when you are starting out that chance can be very high.,
If the strop you have is working, why would you want another?
because I put a big nick in it yesterday. I can fix this on with contact cement, but I am starting to look for a nicer one once I feel sure that I will not be making anymore unplanned fillets.
How does the SRD Premium I compare to the Vintage Blades 3" Latigo that I own?Quote:
Originally Posted by red96ta
Vintage Blades LLC::Razor Strops::Vintage Blades Black Latigo 3" Hanging Razor Strop with Handles
Are these similar? I have seen so many positive reviews of the SRD strops that I was wondering if it was worth springing for one?
Personally, I would go with any reasonably priced 3" latigo strop sold by any of the vendors who advertise here at SRP.
If I am not mistaken, the VB strop is the same as the SRD black latigo. The Premium I has thicker leather, has less draw but smoother, IME in between latigo and horsehide.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fbones24
I think RayG's right about the VB Latigo Latigo strop being the same as the SRDs; VB offers a slightly cheaper option with d-rings instead of handles. I have the 3" latigo in red leather from SRD, and really like it. After reading up in the forum about all the nicks we newbies are likely to put into a strop, I figured staying away from having to learn the x-stroke would at least take away one method of adding nicks, so I sprung for the 3". So far, so good. Another factor in my decision was the fact that I could get it as a package deal with my 5/8 Dovo Special, and I wanted to go ahead and get a 2d razor so I could alternate and not be without when my first one has to go in for honing.
+1.Quote:
Originally Posted by thebigspendur
You might come to prefer Latigo, Horsehide, Russian (here meaning both the tanning, fleshside-out and/or a type of raised pattern), or Cowhide. Many like to have at least one of each to suit the day's mood. :) The only way to know is to try 'em all...
Tony Miller's Latigo is probably my favorite strop overall, usually available with an optional practice strop.
I was about to put in a word for Tony's 3" Red Latigo when Sticky did it for me. So, I'll just +1 his vote. It's a great strop.
I have to second the Filly for a beginner. Once you stop cutting up the strop you can get another Filly -- they are cheap but still work very well. When you feel ready to graduate a nice 3" strop is easier to use. The problem is the better strops take some breaking in to get a nice draw, especially the horsehide strops.
If the strop you have is working don't be in such a rush to get a new one. That said, I researched the hell out of it, everybody here has an opinion, not always the same, and settled on a RR Palladin. It's a great strop but did take a lot of rubbing and some neatfoot oil to get it where I want it, and it's still not completely there. Look through the reviews here, and welcome to the club.