I have a question regarding my Kanayama strops. I have a 50k and an 80k. I understand the different numbers to indicate quality, thickness, and maybe width. My 80k is a bit wider than my 50k. The 80k is certainly thicker than the 50k. However, I much prefer the 50k. The draw on the 50k is very buttery. Feels like smooth velvet. The draw on the 80k feels more glassy, very similar to a Westholme cordovan.

I purchased the 50k new. The 80k was purchased lightly used. The 80k strop appears to be as advertised. No wear marks on the leather. The canvas is really stiff like new. Certainly not broken in. It does however have some slight staining in a couple of spots. Maybe water on a cloth while cleaning? On Aframestokyo it recommends using a damp cloth to wipe the strop clean. I do not do this, but perhaps the previous owner did. I do not feel it is oil. I have oiled a strop before and the draw became heavier. I do not feel this, just glassier.

Does anyone have 2+ Kanayamas that feel different? I am wondering if the draw on the 80k was changed by the previous owner or if this is normal regarding different Kanayama models.