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mvacca7 --

I wrote this before, earlier in the thread . . .

Correct stropping sequence (for a vertical strop) (the spine is _always_ touching the strop!):

Start with the spine on the strop,...

On those two points, Jeff and I disagree. I'd say that it _is_ important to keep the razor flat on the strop, and to keep the strap tight.

If you lift the spine off the strop, you'll be rounding...

Suggestion, FWIW:

Hold the razor flat on the strop. You should have your thumb and forefinger on the shank, and the scales should be in a straight line with the blade.

Trying not to twist...