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the dovo black and red are abrasive pastes not conditioner
I think neetsfoot adds draw faster then the Dovo conditioner, but that i dont know

By ridges do you mean the ridges left on the backside...

The 827 is russian leather meaning the "smooth " side is the flesh side of the leather pressed flat

If it gives you a rough feeling when hand rubbing you can try neetsfoot oil (I usually use Dovo...

Its a nice but cheap strop (a rarety but not unique)
Huh what was your question?

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