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Thanks Ed, I am going to make a hanging strop and leave it untreated.

No, actually I have decided I don't really like using a narrow strop. I am going to find a 3 inch wide scrap from Tandy and make a hanging strop. I have rivets, chicago screws and D rings already...

FYI to those who suggested a professionally sharpened razor, I ordered a Boker from whipped dog this morning. Buying a good razor that is "shave ready" from him was only about double the cost of...

Thanks Ed. The paste on the strop is Herb's Yellowstone. I agree that the strop is not right for my needs. I am headed to Tandy's this week to find a scrap to make a proper strop. What is your...

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I like your idea guys. Having something to compare to would make honing better. At least I would know when I was done!

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I have been a member for a while but I think this might be my first post. I am suffering my annual "I am going to learn to straight razor shave" obsession and have been reading the forum once again....