Thread: Kanayama strops difference?

Gentlemen,

Could someone with knowledge of Kanayama strops explain the difference between a Kanayama 30K, 50K, 60K, 70K and finally 80 and 90K.

I understand the higher end tend to be thicker but the leather feel is the same. If so, would a thicker strop make a difference to the edge or how smooth it feels afterwards?

You pay for the length and thickness and the addition of a suede part in the higher end models. Otherwise the performance is exactly the same. I have a 90K and a 3K and quality wise they are exactly the same.

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

You pay for the length and thickness and the addition of a suede part in the higher end models. Otherwise the performance is exactly the same. I have a 90K and a 3K and quality wise they are exactly the same.

Would you say length and thickness make a difference?

Put it this way...

I have the number 3 strop, which I believe is the bottom of the barrel version. It is an awesome strop!!!

Its length and thickness is just fine. It is a standard length for a strop and is of average thickness.

Originally Posted by Utopian

Put it this way...

I have the number 3 strop, which I believe is the bottom of the barrel version. It is an awesome strop!!!

Its length and thickness is just fine. It is a standard length for a strop and is of average thickness.

That's what I wanted to hear.

Thank you!!!

Gentlemen,

I have had the 70000 and the 80000, now only the 30000, and have loved all. The feel of the leather on all is the same to me. The only thing the 30000 lacks is the suede component, as I don't like the linen. What's more, since I am not enamored by long strops, the 30000 is ideal. Regardless of these differences, I think the Kanayama strops are an absolute joy to use.

Originally Posted by Str8Up

Would you say length and thickness make a difference?

Personally I don't like the longer strop (90,000). I sold mine because of it and got a standard length 80,000. Reason, all risers on stairs are a standard height. That is why we can go up and down steps without thinking about it. If you only use one strop, and it is a longer than normal length, it won't matter. OTOH, if you are a normal SRP member, and have a dozen strops, it is better if they are all the same length ........ IMHO ..........

Originally Posted by Str8Up

Would you say length and thickness make a difference?

That's what She said....

The folks that have the hi-end Kanayama strops just keep them in the original box...take them out twice a year to fondle it...then put it away,to keep it pristine for the next guy. It's like having a 1963 Corvette Split Window...lol

Yes you are correct. I just compared my 95000 to my 30000. The 95 is about two inches longer and it is thicker by half than the 30. Been using the 30000 for years and I highly recommend it but NOT as your first strop. Gotta learn how to strop before investing in one of these beauties.
And I found holding the strop much easier to control using an old fashioned claw grip as opposed to the thumb index grip so commonly used today.