Quote Originally Posted by Edrum View Post
Not sure why my question would be a reason to laugh on the floor. At any rate it is two separate pieces of leather , one is latigo black and the other is just normal light tan leather. But they both appear finished. I am not sure the brand but it was a premium strop from classicshaving a couple years ago. My main question would be what are the pros and cons of each side and the preference of stropping order? I have always just used it on either side not really knowing the difference. I will try to take a pic tonight. Sorry if my question come across too newbish, but laughing at peoples posts is a good way at turning someone new off from the community. Not the most gentleman like behavior.
I wouldn't worry about it - maybe its just that you used the term 'rawhide' and that isn't usually associated with razor strops, it is usually hard and parchment like, the stuff they make dog-chews out of.

I suppose if it was worked and oiled it would do, but I wouldn't like to try it.

Try stropping on both sides and noting the draw (the resistance you feel). Usually you would start with a heavy draw (razor sticks to the leather more) and end up with the lighter draw leather.

Regards,
Neil