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    Default what side to use

    Im new to straight razors only shaved twice so far... I got a great piece of remnant leather at an art store, but im not sure what side to use. would you recomend the soft/dull side or the harder/shiny side?

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    Strop on the smooth side.

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    harder shiny side IMO...
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    The answer is "Yes"

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