Thread: Stroping?

How many times should I strop before Shaving?

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20-40 on the webbing / linen / canvas
then 40-60 on the leather

both with VERY light pressure only
be sure to keep the blade flat (spine and edge both touching) and roll on the spine for the next stroke.

Sounds good I'm sure I'm going to have fun

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You should strop until the razor's edge has improved to your satisfaction

I think JohnG's answer is a good guide to use until you get a better feel for your face and your razor's needs

thank you I'll try that

I agree, with the above. Another thing that I was told, was to do 10 strokes on the linen immediately after shaving. I therefore, only do 10-20 more on the linen, then 30-60 on the leather prior to shaving. I've been doing this for about a month now, and it has served me well.

Hello, fish4life:

All these gentlemen have offered sound advice. As a rule, I strop 25 strokes on canvas/linen and 75 on leather. I do prefer a 50 to 100 ratio, though. In time you will find your ideal ratio. Hoglahoo makes an excellent point: strop to your satisfaction.

Regards,
Obie

I got to agree with Obie on the 25/75 but just as important make sure they are solid good strops. That doesn't mean done heavily or too firmly it's just when you first start make sure you focus on good technique and not ruining your blade in an attempt to reach some number. But yes around 25/50 25/75 linen/leather or canvas/leather etc.

I always do 60 canvas 120 leather.

I always like to strop my blade alot. It always relaxes me and one of the funnest parts of my shave.

I thinks therefore I strop. Ok I need to stop the madness I've probably posted more times today than I have in a year.