Thread: New strop question.

I find that with new Latigo, the main thing is to get past the oil and wax layer. So, whether you just hand rub or apply a couple of sparing coats of neats foot oil and hand rubbing, you want to get to where the draw starts getting better which to me is more resistance. These strops start off a little slick, but after a short break in and getting past the leeching, the draw and results improve a lot.

Although I have occasionally seen a 3 inch strop cup, it is rare and particularly when left hanging all the time. I have found over time that the 3 inch strop is simply a more comfortable width for me and I only go back to the 2 1/2 inch width when experimenting or when I wanna play with my Kanayama's.

Have fun,

Lynn