Hi, I'm about to purchase my first straight razor with strop and all. (A Dovo Silver Steel with ebony). But I was wondering about the pasted strop and honing stone.

I would like to get a Coticule for a honing stone because of it's versatility. But do I still need a pasted strop? Is is better to have both or are a few laps on a Coticule with water all you need?

Please give me your thoughts on this, although i have read alot on the net about both I can't make up what would be wise. Thoughts on the razor are also welcome of course! Thx!