Hi,
I'm considering purchasing a new strop and would like to ask for a few opinions.
First of all, I use one razor (my favorite Dovo 5/8 "Special" Tortoise), one brush, and would like to purchase one more hanging, linen/leather strop and use it exclusively. I don't use pastes. I keep my razor extremely sharp by using only my current linen/leather hanging strop and my Norton 4/8.

I keep hearing how wonderful TM's strops are and would like to take a closer look, but have a few questions first.

My current (and only) strop is a Dovo "Prima" with a linen side. It's stropping dimensions are 1 3/4 inches wide, and 13 inches long. So, this is what I'm used to and all I "know" in stropping.
1. I do want the linen side, so that narrows the choices a bit.
2. Do you think the wider 3" is worth it? It would accomodate the entire cutting edge of my Dovo. Or do you recommend the 2 1/2?
3. I read terms like " red latigo", "genuine horsehide" , "honey brown", etc. Any differences or preferences to consider here?
4. I do like somewhat of a draw feeling (when my current strop gets "slippery", I apply mink oil to create the resistance against the blade.) But I know this is not a requirement for a high-quality strop.
5. It must be durable. I want this to be my only strop for a lot of years. (I like to drive cars into the ground, too!)
6. I'm leaning toward the #1 Heirloom Best Wide Honey Brown strop. Does this seem like a good fit for me, based on your experiences?
7. Any other suggestions?

I am grateful to those who reply.
(Tony M: If you are out there, you are welcome to chime in, or send me a pm. It might help me decide!)
Thanks, guys,
Ron