My Favorite Stropping Strategy

[AFDavis11]

My favorite stropping strategy; the strategy that I think produces the best edge is this one from RazorCentral:

20 passes on linen, 20 passes on leather firmly, followed by 4 passes with a light touch.

I think this is the easiest technique for the intermediate/general user. The edge gets deflected correctly without much thought or practice.

Here is a link (they break the info into two HTML pages)

stropping, first stroke

stropping, last stroke

This isn't what I use daily, but I may have to change. It really does produce what I believe is the best edge, shaving wise.

I would have to caution on a new user against using pressure, but if your having no luck you might want to try it. This technique works best after a few shaves based on typical honing.