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Big Thanks guys!
I soaked the strop in warm water for a few hours, then scrubbed it with a nylon brush until it was clean. I discovered under the red compound was a white substance that was...

Thanks for being upfront and authentic with your experience. I'm sure when Glen gets a break from tutoring, honing, rebuilding, crafting, and generally being a killer guy he'll fill us in.

Glen,...

I've got the nylon brush, hot water, and turtle wax. Do you have to clean out the turtle wax when it turns black? I've only ever used it in automotive applications.

Chalk is easy to come by, and...

Thanks Glen,
So you suggest cleaning it off then?

Can I ask why you use the starch? There's not much in this world that I'm allergic to, but starch is a no-go for me. I'd hate to see what it...

So, I've been reading up on strops and strop techniques, but haven't run across this one yet and wanted to run it by you guys as it's my situation.

I picked up an antique strop off of the bay that...