I Need Advice

I just saw this paddle strop on ebay. Can anyone tell me if they think this would be a good paddle strop to use with chromium oxide paste? Thanks

Butz Leather Strop for Sharpening NEW from Woodcraft - eBay (item 250414394384 end time May-03-09 20:46:06 PDT)

Looks like it might work, it looks though as if the rough side of the leather is out. I myself would prefer smooth side out for applying pastes.

I am no expert but I believe those strops have like a sueded leather...that might not be the best...most guys say they use smooth leather. But like i said i am not an expert

Here is an old thread on it. Seems it is more for woodworking tools. :shrug:

Thanks everybody. I think I will stick with trying to make my own paddle strop. It will be more fun anyway.