ordered the modular strop from srd

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10-17-2012, 01:28 PM
aespo

ordered the modular strop from srd

Well I am happy to say that the Lynn modular strop well be arriving on my doorstep within the next several days..
Really looking forward to using it as I can honestly say I really don't like a hanging strop (technically my hanging strop)..anyway I do have a quick question about it.
It comes with two hard wool felt pads. I know I will be using one for the diamond spray..but the other one...Will that be a good candidate for non spray chromium oxide? Anyone use it on that material?
I had some here and just could not see buying another bottle if I already had some..thoughts on it..

Thanks in advance.
Anthony
10-17-2012, 01:45 PM
Bill S

I use the spray form of CrOx and diamond abrasive on my hard felt pads instead of paste. If you want to stick with CrOx paste I would use it on the textured leather pad instead. Remember, when applying pastes or sprays it is far better to err on the "not enough" side than the "how do I get this stuff off my strop" side. You will get better results by far.
10-17-2012, 01:50 PM
Tylerbrycen

When I had my modular paddle until someone stole it that's a whole other story i put diamond spray on one of the felts and on the horse pad I put crox
10-17-2012, 03:07 PM
aespo

Thanks for the input..I was thinking that it might be better with the spray..just seeing if it was worth it..Thanks again all.
10-18-2012, 07:06 PM
erictski

Quote:

Originally Posted by aespo

Thanks for the input..I was thinking that it might be better with the spray..just seeing if it was worth it..Thanks again all.

you can definately use non spray CrO. Especially if it is powdered. just sprinkle it in lightly over the surface. If it is the Crayon type CrO i am not sure how that would go onto the felt.

However...the spray CrO is really nice and handy...makes it easy to get a good even coat of CrO on the strop...the SRD sprays are heavily concentrated.

Good luck
10-18-2012, 07:11 PM
tiddle

You can use the paste or stick type just fine, I use 10k TI diamond paste on one felt, Chrox spray on another, i regret that, I will get the stick from now on. The spray clogs up the nozzle, you have to constantly shake it, it sprays in a cone unevenly and gunks up on the pad causing you to spray more, which caused the pad to get two small bubbles in it. My TI diamond powder stick has had no problems on the felt.
10-18-2012, 07:31 PM
aespo

I have some powdered CrOx..When it gets here I will take a closer look into it..I can always order another pad if need be since it is modular. If I mess one up then I wont feel that bad not needing to replace the whole thing.
10-18-2012, 07:48 PM
gary haywood

when you spray the sprays the push down nozzle sticks. pull it back up and then spray it once release the nozzle again. You will see what i mean . shake well and give a test spray first into mid air . . ..i have both crox and .5 diamnond spray . not used them much as i mainly shave of coticule..last couple of razors i've took lynns recomendations of 5 x strokes on .5 spray and i liked it .. the srays are much easier and less mess..

Does any one no what type of crox is mixed in the srd spray?
10-18-2012, 08:41 PM
sidmind

ordered the modular strop from srd

I purchased some of the stick green buffing compound from Home Depot, sold by the buffing wheels and bench grinders... then shaved a small amount off with a knife, and microwaved it for 30 seconds, warning this stuff gets HOT, don't touch it, you WILL blister. it turns to mush and you can use a rag to rub it in leather or like me a balsa strip from hobby lobby glued to a painter stick. total cost was a few bucks..

Disclaimer: some say it is not as good as the expensive stuff sold for stropping,

As far as functioning like it should it works great in my opinion.
10-19-2012, 02:39 PM
Lynn

The chromium oxide spray is a .5 chromium oxide. I like it a ton better than messing with the powder and I am a lot less green colored when I leave the powder alone. The chromium oxide paste and crayon is really good on the poly webbing on cotton materials on the hanging strop.

Have fun.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gary haywood

when you spray the sprays the push down nozzle sticks. pull it back up and then spray it once release the nozzle again. You will see what i mean . shake well and give a test spray first into mid air . . ..i have both crox and .5 diamnond spray . not used them much as i mainly shave of coticule..last couple of razors i've took lynns recomendations of 5 x strokes on .5 spray and i liked it .. the srays are much easier and less mess..

Does any one no what type of crox is mixed in the srd spray?
10-23-2012, 01:52 AM
TheLegalRazor

I use the spray CrOx on the felt, either as a finisher or for touchups.
10-23-2012, 06:03 AM
JBHoren

Quote:

Originally Posted by erictski

you can definately use non spray CrO. Especially if it is powdered. just sprinkle it in lightly over the surface. If it is the Crayon type CrO i am not sure how that would go onto the felt.

What I do is sprinkle the CrOx powder onto the felt pad, evenly, over the entire surface (but not solid cover); then, from a height of 6"-8", I lightly spray water over the entire surface of the pad (but not a deluge). I let it dry overnight, and it's good to go!

Quote:

However...the spray CrO is really nice and handy...makes it easy to get a good even coat of CrO on the strop...the SRD sprays are heavily concentrated.

Never tried 'em.
10-23-2012, 12:49 PM
aespo

Well I have sprayed one hard wool felt with the diamond spray..i am still trying to decide whether to put the crox on the other one or the scrub leather..either way this strop is really nice. Much easier for me than the hanging strop i had..not giving up the other one but my paddle will definetly be the goto strop.
With the changeable pads and leather it really is easier. Plus I know that there won't be any sag when I do strop which is good.
Very nice piece of equipment and I highly recommend one to those who do not have one.
10-23-2012, 01:10 PM
Johnus

ordered the modular strop from srd

Have two felt pads. One with each spray. Couldn't see using a paste on them.
10-23-2012, 08:15 PM
gary haywood

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lynn

The chromium oxide spray is a .5 chromium oxide. I like it a ton better than messing with the powder and I am a lot less green colored when I leave the powder alone. The chromium oxide paste and crayon is really good on the poly webbing on cotton materials on the hanging strop.

Have fun.

so i'm guessing its powder form .5 crox mixed in liquid of some sort? i agree its alot less messy its quite simple to use and way les green . i have to admit my wife was'nt happy when i got the real green paste on the carpet..

gary
10-23-2012, 08:18 PM
gary haywood

Te felt pads are nice to use with crox spray or diamond spray. I have crox paste on scrub leather and i still prefer the ease of felt pads the soft cusion ad nice glide feels nice to use...
10-23-2012, 09:12 PM
aespo

Well I could put it on either one the felt or the scrub..I just not see the need to get another CRoX since I already had some powder.I know it is more convenient but it just seemed unnecessary when I orderedThey pretty much do the same. the only difference is what color do you want your fingers to be after you are done.
10-24-2012, 03:06 AM
Suile

I always use the hanging strops.
Ya got need to have some where to hang them.
I personally never used that stropping compounds.
Should i get that stuff for honing knives a cheap strop.
10-24-2012, 06:37 PM
gary haywood

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheLegalRazor

I use the spray CrOx on the felt, either as a finisher or for touchups.

how many x strokes works for touch ups?
10-24-2012, 07:03 PM
thewatermark

ordered the modular strop from srd

Quote:

Originally Posted by gary haywood

how many x strokes works for touch ups?

If a razor is just starting to pull, 10-12 work for me :)