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  1. Thanks guys. Scrupleworks has 2.5inch linen which...

    Thanks guys. Scrupleworks has 2.5inch linen which I prefer over Westholmes 3".
  2. 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?

    Second Surface — Westholme Strops
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. 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...
  6. 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...
  7. 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.
  8. 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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