Diamond patterned Lipshaw strop
Has anyone seen a diamond pattern embossed strop? I received from my brother in Cleveland Oh. a Lipshaw Mfg. Co. Detroit USA Diamond strop. Lipshaw is mfg. of pathology lab equipment. The company was bought by Shandon in the 1980's and moved to Erie Pa. The first side is normal light tanned cowhide 2 5/8 by 20. The second side however is black with a hard type finish much like a normal pants belt. It is also embossed with a light diamond pattern, like gun stock checkering. I am assuming this is the pre stropping side. Was wondering 1) has anyone seen or used this type of strop 2) would this side be a good candidate for paste, and if so and recommendations? Thanx for the help.