Thread: Can stropping by itself make a razor pass the HHT?

Originally Posted by Kees

I presume you never bought a razor on ebay or in an antique shop but only brand new ones. How do you get rid of chips/nicks/rusty bits etc. on the edge only using a strop?

I'm picky when selecting antique store razors. A little rust is ok, easily removed with fine steel wool and some elbow grease (never a strop). Chips? No thanks. Too much trouble when there are plenty of undamaged razors out there to choose from. And new ones too.

Scott