My new Tony Miller has arrived!

My Tony Miller 3" steerhide strop with D rings made it last week, and WOW it is awesome! First class quality and craftmanship. Tony obviously cares a great deal about doing it the right way. Sturdy construction and the leather is really smooth. I would say the draw is light. This strop is really a pleasure to use. I chose the cotton backing, but I haven't used anything but leather before. So far I cant really notice a difference using the cotton,but I was wondering if anyone else likes the cotton and how they use it. Anyway, this strop is highly recommended.

You can spray some diamond paste for touchups when needed....I have read great reviews about his strops...you can do laps on the clean cotton side before leather

I've got the 2 1/2" with linen backing. I haven't put anything on mine as I use for before the leather and 15-20 after I shave to make sure the edge is clean.

You're right though, top notch quality IMO. Light draw compared to my 3" SRD Latigo.

Enjoy man!

Congrats and enjoy your TM strop. With proper care that strop should give a lifetime of service :)

I can't comment on the cotton strop component though. When I bought mine Tony was still offering genuine linen (I don't think he has in some time, but I could be wrong). I imagine they work similarily though; try stropping on the cotton 20-40 laps before hitting the leather for another 50-60 laps and you should be good to go.

Tony makes a great strop. I too have only used his linen and like it very much. Tony used to have some info on his website describing the characteristics of both. Not sure if it is still on the site.

I wouldn't spray or past anything on it if it is your daily driver. A dedicated strop, hanging or flatbed , is best for spray or paste IMHO.

As Jimmy says, pls do no defile that strop with anything,you now own one of the best strops made,treat it well.
Look at the detail,did you notice every slot on the chicago screws all line up the same?
That strop was made with love and care,enjoy.

Congrats! I have thought often of buying one... they look great. But I am a I want it now kind of gent, so I never got past the waiting list! : (

Congrats - I hear nothing but good things.

Post a pick of it in its new home!!

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Originally Posted by pixelfixed

As Jimmy says, pls do no defile that strop with anything,you now own one of the best strops made,treat it well.
Look at the detail,did you notice every slot on the chicago screws all line up the same?
That strop was made with love and care,enjoy.

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I hadn't noticed the screws but you are right. Great attention to detail. I just hope I don't accidentally cut this beauty!

Tony Miller is my favorite strop maker of current production strops, they are fantastic!

Zeus,
Good show on the strop. I agree with my other friend about not spraying the strop. Keep your daily strop pristine. Give it a hand rubbing daily — before showering — and that should be plenty of conditioning.

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Originally Posted by Obie

Zeus,
Good show on the strop. I agree with my other friend about not spraying the strop. Keep your daily strop pristine. Give it a hand rubbing daily — before showering — and that should be plenty of conditioning.

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A++++ Obie, TM makes such a great strop, all one needs to do is to pet it, and your razor will purrrrr!:mexwave:

I've known Tony for a while now, We used to speak often. He's a good guy, and makes a fine product. Just to echo what's already been said,:deadhorse: The only thing you need to do with the leather, is rub it down with the palm of your unwashed hand. The natural oils will condition it for you without changing the draw. His strops are fine the way they are and need no alterations. Same with the linen/cotton component. Keep it pristine, the way it is. Do not treat your daily strop with pastes or sparys as this cannot be undone.

If you wish to use pastes or sprays, I'd suggest buying a Wool felt and linen strop from SRD. These are the best in my opinion for that, or their paddle with interchangeable sides.

I have the same strop with the green cotton for the back strop. I think it's the finest strop made. Mine has an exceptional light and smooth draw. My only strop with a lighter draw is my horsebutt, and some may find that too slick. Anyway, I strop 50 on the cotton and 100 on the leather. This may be more than necessary - probably past the point of diminishing returns. But I enjoy stropping and this routine keeps my razors sharp and away from the hones.