What do I need to apply CROX

so I got some crox and a strop how and what do I use to apply it, water? oil? I

Thanks

cole

would mineral oil work?

Check this out from the Wiki:

Pasting a strop - a photo tutorial - Straight Razor Place Wiki

I would recommend wearing gloves. I read once that the powder might be harmful, though I don't know for sure it is better to be safe then sorry. You can get latex gloves at most stores for pretty cheap.

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Originally Posted by errnest

I would recommend wearing gloves. I read once that the powder might be harmful, though I don't know for sure it is better to be safe then sorry. You can get latex gloves at most stores for pretty cheap.

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Big + 1 on wearing gloves. Safety is important but aside from that pastes get messy. :)

The chrome ox we use for pasting strops according to the MSDS sheet is non toxic, non lethal, is non carcinogenic, not flammable and is non combustible. It is considered a potential irritant to the lungs or skin. I believe any .5 micron powder if inhaled could be considered a lung irritant. When you mix it with oil it becomes a very effective paint and will stain your skin.

Chris L

how about mixing it with mineral oil and applying with a paint brush?

Has anyone here tried the Thiers Issard CROX paste that is available? Is it the good stuff?

I mix CrOx with mineral oil and paint on balsa wood strops with a paint brush, or with a gloved hand like finger paints. Lately, I am experimenting with spraying CrOx onto balsa wood. (I think this will work well when I have it worked out.)

thanks for the help guys!