Thread: Kanayama #6000 Strop

Originally Posted by Obie

Gentlemen,

Fendrihan, in Canada, now carries the Kanayama strops.

*edit: not sure what I was reading, or if the price changed, but
$152 http://yhst-27988581933240.stores.ya...zor-60000.html beats the crap out of a thinner 50000 one at 195
https://www.fendrihan.com/products/k...ng-razor-strop

Originally Posted by jnats

now THAT is the best price. This is what I'm talking about! Thank you, Sir!
https://www.fendrihan.com/products/k...ng-razor-strop

Reading the blurb I was amused by the "50000 Grit" statement. As if it were a hone. Also, they say it is made of the finest bovine leather. Last I looked bovine was cow. Kanayama strops are usually horsehide. Could the blurb be mistaken, or is it a lesser price because of the material ?

The Kanayama #50000 leather strop is the perfect accessory for your honoured straight razor: it provides all that you need to keep your blade functioning in excellent condition. Made of authentic bovine leather with 50000 level grit, this strop makes sharpening effortless. The woven canvas clamped to the strop warms your blade before you hone on the leather, ensuring the most effective sharpening job.The metal clamp is linked to a hook, a device you can use to secure your strop to the wall while you sharpen. Equip yourself with this fine Japanese strop, and you'll never need to replace your old straight razor.

Each one of these premium leather strops is handmade by Mr. Kanoyama, an industry expert who has now established a world-wide reputation for the exceptional quality of his craft. Each strop is handmade in his workshop in Tokyo, the legacy of one man. A product of true devotion, Mr. Kanoyama's strops are not just honing tools, they're artisanal quality handiwork that you'll come to cherish over the years.

Grit: #50000
Dimensions: 2.7 x 23.6 inches (68 mm x 600 mm)
Materials: Natural leather, metal snap hook, and canvas strap

Made in Japan

I believe you read it right Jimmy. Just wish my error wasn't quoted as it's KANOYAMA Kanayama Cordovan #60000 Razor Strop that's the cheapest I've found.

The switch is because he's had 'difficulties' acquiring horses with a thick a**