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I found that there is some fabric makers in the UK that supply up to 2.5" natural Flax linen Webbing with a herring bone weave, and a full cotton webbing in a flat (square) weave,
I found them last year or 2 when I was looking to make my own travel strop, but cant remember the names of them now.
Westholme does as well. I think 3" linen is hard to source. Tony Miller stopped selling it with his strops.Quote:
Originally Posted by Phoenix51
I'm looking for 3 inch linen too.
Will probably give these guy's a try in the near future
Flax Straining Web - Natural | Abbey England > Store
Good to see some options.
Just wish there was a US supplier. I'd like to have a nice linen strop but I am on a budget too.
After weighing the options, I ended up getting a new heavy cotton strop from Tony Miller. He made it exactly to length (20") and sealed the ends. I made the holes for the Chicago screws myself with an awl.
Tony got the new strop to me in about 2 or 3 business days -- great service as I'm sure is no surprise to anyone who has bought his products.
I really like the new fabric. Seems a little quieter than the original fabric I had.
I think this is what Neil used.Quote:
Originally Posted by Substance
it's not 3 inch but i found this seller on ebay selling 2.5 inch linen fire hose pieces for a reasonable price.(ordered one myself even though i don't need one). Genuine Flax Linen Fire Hose for Straight Razor Strop in 2 ft 24in Sections | eBay
Looks like a good buy! Might have to get some, and rig up a separate 2.5 inch strop.Quote:
Originally Posted by tintin
received my linen fire hose piece today. must say that i am very pleased, i wish i had known about this sooner. the piece i received is nice and clean with no printing. it measures around 3 mm thick. very soft and supple. i will probably take a warm iron to it to smooth it out and add some leather handles etc.
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I bought a piece of this flax linen fire hose and absolutely love it.Quote:
Originally Posted by tintin
