So today was a happy day! I got my Paladin in the mail! So how does it measure up? Hard to describe. The draw is grippy- almost magnetic, but still very smooth. I dunno how to describe it. Its effortless (so very little draw?) but the razor feels glued to the strop (lots of draw?). Either way it feels great. Its a tad shorter than my red imp, and generously longer than my Illinois. The canvas isn't like what I'm used to... BUT... I could definitely get used to this... The horsehide has those pretty "ripples" in it. The only flaw I could find is the handles aren't 100% perfect. Only 99% perfect.

Overall this strop is amazing, and all things considered, quite cheap. Great Value. Thanks Kenrup!