Thread: SRD Premium 1 Strop

So I got this strop in a few days ago and have been very impressed with it! This is only my second strop since I am a newbie. I killed my first strop learning the technique of stropping but I guess we all had to start some where. The edge of my razor actually feels sharper instead of duller now. I assume a lot of that has to do with better technique but better equipment cant hurt!?!?

Anyways, I wanted to thank SRD for a well made product!!

Anthony

SRD does make some very nice stuff! Shipping is really fast too!

True! And you can swap leather types and fabric types for a song, with a screwdriver!

i have 2 of there strops and like them both .. i live 20 mins from the store and its nice to go down there and smell the soaps or creams before i order ..

Originally Posted by gooser

i have 2 of there strops and like them both .. i live 20 mins from the store and its nice to go down there and smell the soaps or creams before i order ..

oh Gooser, I'm so jealous

The Premium 1 is the only strop that I ever had where the draw was perfect for my preference right out of the box. Like Goldilocks' porridge, just right. Enjoy the strop.

I don't know the numbers, but I have the bridle, latigo, cowhide (or steerhide, I have no idea how it would matter), buffalo, and kangaroo. I like all of them and they are all different. It doesn't matter, they all work great!

SRD Roo for me!

I have had this strop a month now and it is just like when I got it. Works and looks great! I haven't even managed to cut or nick it yet. Hopefully I haven't just jinxed myself.

Anthonyb, how did you kill a strop? Stropping is a relaxing time, like shaving is. Go slow and deliberately. Turn the razor on it's spine and start the move in the other direction before you touch the edge to the leather/canvas. I take it slow and easy. I have an outstanding strop that's as good as anything made today or better. It's a Peter J. Michels. It is an antique one that is in terrific shape with a salmon-colored canvas side and a shell leather side. The draw does a terrific job on the edge. I may never buy another strop again, except in the event that I want to preserve it. In that case, I will buy another shell strop, no matter the cost. Are there any shell strops made today, outside of Europe, that don't cost an arm and a leg? I was told that there may be one company in Europe that makes shell strops the old way; the best way.