I said this in another thread some time ago, but ne of the mistakes I wouldn't make if I were a beginner again is buying a low end strop as a "bargain". SRD 3" strops are a real bargain once you realize you can replace the leather or fabric for minimal money when/if you either ruin it OR want to try something different. Same goes for their modular paddle strop.

That's my opinion and once the mailman comes today I'll have two of their 3" strops and the modular paddle strop.