strops and chromium oxide

**zib** · 12-29-2012, 02:48 AM

I have detailed instructions from a former member "ChrisL" who used to sell the Hand American Crox.
If you pm me, I'll send them to you when I get home. (I'm at work now)

**dzacca** · 12-29-2012, 08:10 AM

PM Sent! Thanks!!!

**PhatMan** · 12-29-2012, 08:53 AM

dzacca,

I have had good success just dusting the felt surface with 0.5 micron CrOx powder; you need to do this in a well ventilated space and it would be wise to wear a dust mask.

Have fun !

Best regards

Russ

**dzacca** · 12-29-2012, 09:40 AM

Hi PhatMan,

the CrOx powder I plan to buy is this one: 100g Chromium Oxide Straight Razor Strop Paste Pigment | eBay, I saw that in other thread other users mentioned this one does the job.

**PhatMan** · 12-30-2012, 09:33 AM

dzacca,

I apply the CrOx to the felt using a soft large make up brush; dip the tip of the brush in the CrOx, and gently brush the felt. This is definitely best done in good ventilation and wear a dust mask as you do not want to breath in the CrOx powder !!

As others have said, you only need a light dusting

Have fun !

Best regards

Russ

**PhatMan** · 12-30-2012, 09:37 AM

Terasol,

You can even out the crayon type CrOx applications with a peice of kitchen paper moistened with lighter fuel (I use Ronson).

IIRC Mastro Livi uses a rag wetted with gasoline

Have fun !

Best regards

Russ

**Terasol** · 12-31-2012, 11:06 AM

I don't really have lighter fluid on hand, what would you think about isopropyl alcohol instead? Here's hoping...

**PhatMan** · 12-31-2012, 01:15 PM

Terasol,

Just tried some isopropyl alcohol with the Livi CrOx crayon, and it seems to disperse it well

Use the alcohol sparingly on the cloth.

Have fun & a Happy New Year !

Best regards

Russ

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