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05-18-2017, 12:50 PM
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Thanks guys. Scrupleworks has 2.5inch linen which...
Thanks guys. Scrupleworks has 2.5inch linen which I prefer over Westholmes 3".
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05-16-2017, 10:47 PM
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I am considering buying a strop from Westholmes...
I am considering buying a strop from Westholmes with one of the three materials offered on the following link. Which one would you recommend?
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05-09-2017, 10:04 AM
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I've been reading some threads on this section...
I've been reading some threads on this section and it seems that pure glycerin may be a better medium for cleaning a leather strop. I'll try some on a leather belt and if I'm happy with the results...
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05-08-2017, 09:38 PM
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OK, I'm convinced that I have to try a fabric...
OK, I'm convinced that I have to try a fabric strop.
Where do I find a 2.5" linen only strop?
I wiped my strop with warm water on kitchen paper but dirt is still there. Any suggestions on... -
05-07-2017, 12:39 PM
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My understanding from the answers above is that a...
My understanding from the answers above is that a fabric strop is good for pastes and for removing metal and hone debris after honning/restoration work that could damage a strop. But I'm sure that...
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05-07-2017, 07:08 AM
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Great read! Especially the part about using oil...
Great read! Especially the part about using oil to cover the blade between shaves which has a positive effect on maintaining a straight edge. I never oiled my razors as I only have two and they are...
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05-06-2017, 08:20 PM
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Very informative (for me) answers! Never thought...
Very informative (for me) answers! Never thought about fabric removing hone particles that may damage a strop but I also never honned anything yet.
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05-06-2017, 07:39 PM
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Linen, Canvas, Webbing and other Fabrics. Are they necessary?
Have been stropping exclusively on leather and I get nice comfortable 2 pass shaves from my straights. Will I benefit from adding fabric to my stropping routine? I've read here that stropping on...
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