Taped spine when using balsa wood strop with Cromox

Sorry if this has been asked before.

I was wondering is if the spine should be taped when freshening up the edge on a Balsa Wood strop with Cromox?

Welcome to SRP. I would say only if you've taped the spine to hone the razor. If the blade has been honed with tape I would continue with the tape on balsa but not on my strop.

Thanks for the advise, I am not sure I got my razors honed by a honemeister who I will have to ask.

How many laps should be be done on the Balsa Cromox strop?

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Originally Posted by IrishExile

Thanks for the advise, I am not sure I got my razors honed by a honemeister who I will have to ask.

How many laps should be be done on the Balsa Cromox strop?

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Well you don't need to do any unless the razor feels harsh or is pulling. If that is the case I might do five round trips, maybe seven or ten. If that doesn't improve the feel/sharpness I would look to the hone or if you have it maybe diamond spray or paste.