Thread: Is 3" too wide of a strop?

Originally Posted by Obie

Gentlemen, a 3" strop is as easy to control as a 2" strop. Actually, I have never heard of a 3" strop being difficult to control. My preference is for the 2.5 strop, although I have had 3" strops and no problem stropping.

Now that depends what you're gonna use the piece of leather for.

What most others said. Once you learn how to use a strop properly the size doesn't matter.