Thread: Beginner questions on strops

Originally Posted by Knife

That sound nice. I've heard of draw not to familiar, but from what I know theres not much to it, its more what tactile response you prefer. I think I would prefer a gentle glide.

Where can I find that?

You could try contacting either Straight Razor Designs or The Well Shaved Gentleman The Heirloom Razor Strop Company Both have horeshide strops. This draw business is personal preference. Some like to feel some resistance (draw) when working the razor up and down the strop, some like a lot, some not so much. I'm in the not so much category and have found that horsehide provides that "not so much" draw. But it also depends on how the various leathers are treated. The more oils and waxes you work into the leather during the tanning process, the greater the draw will be.