Originally Posted by
Scipio
Dovos have a sharp factory edge, but it is not shave ready unless the vendor specifically made it by honing. As Im based in London I'd be willing to hone it for you as Im sure several other guys here would.
Also I can recommend Neil's strops very highly. I have a Kanayama 80K which is probably the second most expensive strop on the market and like Neil's just as much. I have 2 of his, one of which is a custom refurbishment of a vintage ivory handled paddle strop in cordovan which has awesome draw. The other is a giant ebony strop with bridle/tallow tan. The business.