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Thread: My Neil Miller multi component strop.
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01-15-2021, 07:27 PM #1
My Neil Miller multi component strop.
I'm not sure if I ever put this one up, so if I have please feel free to take it down.
A few photos of my multi-component double-sided magnetic bed strop, made by the late Neil Miller, straight razor restorer historian and one of the most knowledgeable gentlemen to ever grace our craft, I do occasionally use the strop, I must start using it a little more often.
The strop comes with 6 components.
Soft Horeshide medium draw
Soft Latigo medium-heavy draw
Dried russet Cowhide medium draw
Linen
Hard wool felt
Balsa with Chromium Oxide
“Wherever you’re going never take an idiot with you, you can always find one when you get there.”
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01-15-2021, 09:53 PM #2
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Thanked: 1081Neils work was first class, and his knowledge of this craft was second to none. I am privileged to have known him, albeit through SRP and emails, and will always treasure my Niel Miller strop.
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celticcrusader (01-16-2021)
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01-15-2021, 11:05 PM #3
Absolutely awesome Jamie.
Talk about unique and rare...wow!
His work was impeccable.
My Neil Miller strop is definitely a prized possession.
Pete <:-}"Life is short, Break the Rules. Forgive quickly, Kiss Slowly,
Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably, And never regret ANYTHING
That makes you smile." - Mark Twain
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01-15-2021, 11:24 PM #4
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Thanked: 556That is something that would ultimately become a family heirloom.
David
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― Spider Robinson, Callahan's Crosstime Saloon
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01-16-2021, 01:38 AM #5
Thanks for sharing that, Jamie!
Neil was likely the sharpest dude I have known. I wonder how many of those sets he made?
I feel blessed to have called him a friend and to also have unique examples of his fine work.
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