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I think I deserve the linen if he throws it away :p

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Have I read that right....you hold just the leather for final strop and linen alone when using that?
Try holding the linen and leather together when you strop. I see no need to hold then...

I would ask why you want the linen pliable firstly, then suggest you try the linen as it is. Most old treatments for the linen were to stiffen and lubricate the surface with aftermarket abrasive...