DIY Paddle Strop Question
Gents,
I am new when it comes to the joys of straight razors and have a few questions.
I have a straight and a two sided leather strop on their way one side leather and the other is linen (checking the mail daily :)).
From what I understand I will use the leather strop to maintain the professionally honed edge. The pasted paddle strop with balsa wood I am going to make will help me touch up a shave ready edge when needed.
When it comes to pastes I think I am going to go with Chromium Oxide 1.0 and .5. I was wondering if anyone could point me in the direction of getting small amounts. After doing some searching I have only been able to find large bottle sizes being offered.
Also any opinions on mixing it with water vs mineral oil?
Any and all feedback would be greatly appreciated.