Newly made stropping block.
Measures 11" x 3" x 2 1/2", with a weight of just over 1kg. (2.2lbs). The block was made using 3 laminated layers of Meranti timber, and the leather used was Butt Cowhide from the U.K. Both end grains of the block were sealed with 2 coats of CA Glue.
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The strop loaded with Pure Chromium Oxide Paste.
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StewieS;
Victoria, Australia.