Thread: Linen or poly webbing...

Actually I remember that creepy feeling when I first started stropping on linen. Just sounded so dang abrasive. But once I got it programmed into the brain pan that this is what stropping feels and sounds like at this phase, I couldn't reprogram it.

The poly webbing on the other hand, feels too soft. Like it's not doing anything. And I suppose in the grand scheme of things it isn't supposed to be doing anything but straightening the edge. Either or is probably doing a good job of that.

Might contact SRD and see if they can sell me some hardware along with one of the linen pieces. I'd hate to take the poly off and just set it aside to collect dust, but if I can get a handle and some hanging hardware I might dedicate it to pastes or something.

Originally Posted by Marshal

Might contact SRD and see if they can sell me some hardware along with one of the linen pieces. I'd hate to take the poly off and just set it aside to collect dust, but if I can get a handle and some hanging hardware I might dedicate it to pastes or something.

I contacted SRD and they will do pieces. I went with inexpensive handled strop knowing I would nick it up. Later I got their D rings, bridle leather and linen backing no problem.

On another redundant note the weave will have an effect on how it sounds.

I'm happy with linen, poly or cotton once they are broken in. I like the variety but can't tell if there is any difference in the final product.