I spent more than I should have, but the way I view it this was a rare opportunity to acquire some high-end vintage strops in as-new condition:
Vintage Antique Razor Strop Salesmans Sample Wadanola Barber Supplies Syracuse | eBay
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I spent more than I should have, but the way I view it this was a rare opportunity to acquire some high-end vintage strops in as-new condition:
Vintage Antique Razor Strop Salesmans Sample Wadanola Barber Supplies Syracuse | eBay
When it gets to you, then take some more pics,,,:)
Is that 3 strops on a single hanger? Awesome! I love my piggy skin. Divide by 3 and I don't think you paid too much at all.
Looks to me like you made a yoooge score!
Congrats
You did pretty good with that one, can't wait to see more detailed pictures.
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Very nice buy, I don’t think you over paid at all, you got a smoking deal. You can’t buy quality stuff like that every day.
You’re going to love those strops.
I have several strops, but vintage leather and linen are far and away my favorites. There is a stropping progression, and individual leathers will put a different edge on a razor, you will have to find out where each fit in a progression.
I would wet them, with a damp sponge on both sides of the leather, wait 15-20 minutes and wipe a thin coat of Ballistol or Neatsfoot oil on a paper towel, or mist with a small spray bottle, they are probably a little dry.
The water will moisten the leather and allow an even absorption of the oil. Wait a few days and see if it needs more.
Thanks for the tips! I have a large jug of neatsfoot oil so will plan on using some to condition these strops. Funny since I just ordered a new baseball glove for my son and checked to make sure that I still had it.
I have a couple of vintage strops and i must agree that the older material is in many ways superior to most of the new strops that I have in my collection, with the exception of my Neil Miller!!
You got a great deal! You're lucky I didn't see the listing...it would have gone for more!!! Make sure you follow Marty's lead and be very 'sparing' with the use of Neetsfoot Oil. A very small amount will go a long long way.