Thread: TM compared to SRD

Originally Posted by Kees

I only have a TM Latigo strop. Mine has considerable draw. If you want to increase the draw put some of the neatsfoot oil on it that Tony supplied with the strop.

I recommend you send Tony a PM with your questions. He is very helpful, his after sales service is as great as the pre-sale service.

No oil came with my TM strop. PM went unanswered for about a week, so far. That's why I resorted to asking here.

Originally Posted by zib

I have TM's Red Latigo and it too, has considerable draw. So much in fact, I use Kenrups Paladin as a Finisher....Actually, TM's is my go to strop...No problems at all...When you say, Ken's Horsehide, you mean Paladin, right...It's a suede finish, with medium draw I guess... it reminds me of the 2 inch Solingen strops....velvety feel to it....

Yup Paladin. I like it.

No oil came with my TM either so don't feel bad. You know what, it sounds like it's not broken in. Do you have Tony's phone number...? I know he won't do business on Sunday. You know he's like Amish light, right....Anyway, if you pm me, I'll give you his phone number. He loves to talk shop. Tell him your woes. I think your strop needs breaking in. Tony may have advice...he's a good guy, you shouldn't be having trouble. I know he'll make it right.....Rich

Originally Posted by TexasBob

No oil came with my TM strop. PM went unanswered for about a week, so far. That's why I resorted to asking here.



Yup Paladin. I like it.

Bob,
I don't always see the PMs, particularly those sent through B&B although I found it now that I saw your post. It is best to contact me right through my storefront or an email, I would have gotton back to you immediately if you had an issue with any of my products. my apoligies.

While I don't do business on Sunday I'd be glad to talk with you on Monday. Sounds like it just needs a little oil and a good rubbing.

Thanks,
Tony

PS, Zib I got a laugh out of the "Amish Lite" comment. Lorrie and I are Brethren (Dunkers)actually, closer to Mennonites than Amish.

Originally Posted by Tony Miller

Bob,
I don't always see the PMs, particularly those sent through B&B although I found it now that I saw your post. It is best to contact me right through my storefront or an email ...

Will do Monday. Thanks.

I was going to say i have latigo and cowhide very little draw with cowhide on my litigo it does vary but loads of draw mine came with oil but i no tony does'nt send oil nower days as he recomends just rubbing i only oiled mine once that was well over a year ago i just rub nower days. but very good strops.

Originally Posted by Tony Miller

Bob,
I don't always see the PMs, particularly those sent through B&B although I found it now that I saw your post. It is best to contact me right through my storefront or an email, I would have gotton back to you immediately if you had an issue with any of my products. my apoligies.

While I don't do business on Sunday I'd be glad to talk with you on Monday. Sounds like it just needs a little oil and a good rubbing.

Thanks,
Tony

PS, Zib I got a laugh out of the "Amish Lite" comment. Lorrie and I are Brethren (Dunkers)actually, closer to Mennonites than Amish.

I know Tony, That was a quote from you actually, last time we spoke....

Rich

I started off with a vintage Red Imp. I looked for one of those in particular because I noticed a number of pro barbers used that brand when I was growing up. Good strop. I did the requisite reading on the forum and bought a 2 1/2 horse/latigoTony Miller just to see what all the fuss was about. I later ordered his linen in that size and added the third component.

This became my go to strop for the longest time. Later I bought the same thing in a 3" and tried it. Both of these strops had a lot of draw on the latigo and very little on the horse. I put the 3" away and continued to use the 2 1/2 as my main strop. It was already nicked up a bit and I figured I'd save the 3" until I was more sure of myself.

Time passed and I tried an SRD Latigo and found it had too much draw to suit me. So I ordered the premium 1 leather and replaced the latigo component with the premium 1 and found it to be perfect in the draw department for my hand. Not as much as the TM latigo or the SRD latigo but more than the horse.

Funny thing is that I got the 3" TM out and hung it the other day. Did some stropping on it and didn't find the draw on the latigo too much for my hand like I did when I first got it. I guess the year + since then I've gotten a bit better at stropping. At least I don't fear nicking my strop anymore.

As far as comparing one brand to the other..... they are both first class in the workmanship department and I would recommend either one to anyone looking for a strop.

Had a chat with Tony today about the strop.

Tony is a gentleman and is working with me to make me happy. He is going the extra mile and earned another loyal customer.

Bob,
Glad to help. I hope my tips help you your other types of strops as well.

Tony