I find that building a draw is key to an ultra smooth sharp edge for a nice close shave. I sometimes use a little extra pressure to build the draw up and I have also found that alternating between linen and leather can build a draw up without pressure, much the same way you can hone on 4/8K without using pressure, thus keeping the edge straighter, easier.

I have some strops that don't draw and some that do, so I wonder about others opinions and issues on this. Additionally, are there any other techniques you guys use to build draw that I haven't thought of?