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  1. 11-10-2006, 01:24 AM #1
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    Default Strop before and after?

    Just wondering If I'm supposed to only strop before the shave or before and after the shave.


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  2. 11-10-2006, 01:32 AM #2
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    You will definately need to strop
    before the shave.

    As far as after? It's really up to you.
    Some guys here do some don't.

    Do make sure that you completely
    dry the blade after shaving and
    stropping will help with this.


    The one thing to remember though
    when stropping is to take your time
    and not hurry - speed means nothing.
    And definately make sure that you
    keep the blade flat and do not lift
    the spine.


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  3. 11-10-2006, 02:51 AM #3
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    There are arguments for and against but nothing definitive has ever turned up. The purpose of stropping after the shave is to dry the very edge of the razor.


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  4. 11-10-2006, 04:10 AM #4
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    I just give mine a quick wipe with an alcohol-soaked cotton ball. That also removes the soap residue while the cool water splash is drying on my face and I'm choosing an aftershave.
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  5. 11-10-2006, 01:31 PM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by DixieTillDeath
    Just wondering If I'm supposed to only strop before the shave or before and after the shave.

    Tim
    Tim,

    I only strop before as I shave most morning the added time of stropping after just wasn't there and I haven't seen any problems not doing it. Just m2c.
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  6. 11-10-2006, 05:39 PM #6
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    http://straightrazorpalace.com/showt...ght=experiment

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    The important thing is to ensure your razor is completely dry before putting it away. Most people don't have the time to let it sit for 20 minutes or so so giving it a few swipes on the strop will do the trick in a few seconds.
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    Quote Originally Posted by superfly
    http://straightrazorpalace.com/showt...ght=experiment
    Yes this is the most difinitive answer we can give. I presently strop about a dozen laps after wiping the blade down with rubbing alcohol after my shaves. Not like to change any time soon.

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    Quote Originally Posted by thebigspendur
    The important thing is to ensure your razor is completely dry before putting it away. Most people don't have the time to let it sit for 20 minutes or so so giving it a few swipes on the strop will do the trick in a few seconds.
    I just leave mine partially open in the drawer.
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    Quote Originally Posted by xman
    Yes this is the most difinitive answer we can give. I presently strop about a dozen laps after wiping the blade down with rubbing alcohol after my shaves. Not like to change any time soon.

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    If you believe the other thread on waiting 24-48 hours to strop you are busting fins.
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