Thread: Travel Strop review.

Originally Posted by joke1176

Seriously, I think it might be some kind of lust, at least. BUT, I think the fpessanha strop works better with the warped razors I have, it conforms to em a little better.

I never thought I would be a strop AD guy, but fpessanha is doing bad things to me.

"There is a balance between thickness and supplenss. Too thick and too stiff is not as good, especially if the thickness is not needed as in a strop with a wider attachment point or hardware."

The above quote from my own post is why the balance between thick and thin is important. Thick (and slightly stiff) is less likely to cup, thin (and slightly pliable) conforms better to curved blades. Add to that personal taste in how you want it to feel (which may have nothing to do with how it works).

In this case thinner and more supple will pack much easier than mine would for sure and likely better if just for travel.

Tony

Originally Posted by Tony Miller

"There is a balance between thickness and supplenss. Too thick and too stiff is not as good, especially if the thickness is not needed as in a strop with a wider attachment point or hardware."

The above quote from my own post is why the balance between thick and thin is important. Thick (and slightly stiff) is less likely to cup, thin (and slightly pliable) conforms better to curved blades. Add to that personal taste in how you want it to feel (which may have nothing to do with how it works).

In this case thinner and more supple will pack much easier than mine would for sure and likely better if just for travel.

Tony

Your horsehide is more supple, isn't it? I may have to invest in one of those eventually...

Originally Posted by joke1176

Your horsehide is more supple, isn't it? I may have to invest in one of those eventually...

Yes and no. here again, different thicknesses will have different end results. I have both thin and thick hides, both stiff and pliable depending on what one would prefer.

It strictly for travel I would go with something thin and supple that will pack (roll) easily, and gain the added effect of it conforming to curved or smiling blades. It after a simple strop for everyday use instead of travel I would prefer something with a little body or stiffness to it.

Again, it seems like the one reviewed will do exactly what is was designed to do.

Tony

Originally Posted by Tony Miller

Yes and no. here again, different thicknesses will have different end results. I have both thin and thick hides, both stiff and pliable depending on what one would prefer.

It strictly for travel I would go with something thin and supple that will pack (roll) easily, and gain the added effect of it conforming to curved or smiling blades. It after a simple strop for everyday use instead of travel I would prefer something with a little body or stiffness to it.

Again, it seems like the one reviewed will do exactly what is was designed to do.

Tony

Just out of curiosity, how much thicker than the red latigo do you make your everyday horsehide strops? Not a big deal, just curious. BTW, thanks for all the feedback in this thread. I am learning!

Originally Posted by joke1176

Just out of curiosity, how much thicker than the red latigo do you make your everyday horsehide strops? Not a big deal, just curious. BTW, thanks for all the feedback in this thread. I am learning!

Right now I am using a 7 to 8 oz. Latigo for the Artisans and Originals as it gives the blend of suppleness vs. body to hold its shape. On Apprentice Strops I'm using 9 oz . Most often these come to me heavy from the tannery. This can vary as each run feels different.... some stiff, some soft. You pretty much need to judge each hide on it's own merits.

I've bought 7/8 that measures 6oz, or 7/8 that measures 9oz or more. Just judge'em as you find'em!

Take care,
Tony