Thread: Strops, strops

Found two used strops at a good price. I really only wanted the one, but they came together, so...

One is a Sear's Craftsman "Timber Tanned Butt Hide" which is nearly pristine. No evidence of use. The leather surface has a small crack on it, I will probably try to repair and sand down. The handle has some of the canvas thread broken, but is perfectly serviceable.

The other is a "Pliable Russia" and has some writing on the handle I haven't made out yet. Heavy use. Leather is a bit dry and will need rehydrating.

Both have linen sides. The Craftsman looks unused, but is impregnated with a little bit of waxy compound. The Pliable Russia is heavily used with some sort of paste rubbed in.

Decent finds I think, particularly the Craftsman. No neatsfoot oil out here in the desert... I'll likely use coconut oil over time.