Horsehide leather for a strop

**broncc** · 07-01-2013, 07:31 AM

There is a leather factory in a nearby town that makes horsehide leather. I called them today to ask if they have any horsehide leather that is suitable for a strop. The lady was very nice and told me that they should have a new batch in the end of this week or beginning of next. My problem is that she told me that they have horsehide from different parts of the horse each with a different price. As I know next to nothing about leather, I would like to ask you which would be the best for making a strop. I think she mentioned neck leather and 2 others but she used some jargon words which I couldn't understand. One more thing. How can I store the leather when I get it? I'm worried that if I roll it, creases and wrinkles will form which will kill the leather. Thanks!

**cudarunner** · 07-01-2013, 07:44 AM

A strop is normally hung vertically for storage. It has been attached at one end and held at the other in a 'taunt' but not excessively 'tight' tension!! There is a 'little play'!

Check here:
gssixgun Stroptober 2012.wmv - YouTube

**broncc** · 07-01-2013, 07:48 AM

I was talking about the hide itself. As the smallest amount I can order is 1sq.m. I'm gonna end-up with some leftovers for making strops in the future and I was wondering how to store that remaining leather. Thanks though!

**bombay** · 07-01-2013, 08:36 AM

shell cordovan from the arse. just ask in laymans terms.

**broncc** · 07-01-2013, 11:12 AM

Thanks! Any tips on handling the remaining leather afterwards?

**JimmyHAD** · 07-01-2013, 11:28 AM

Originally Posted by broncc

Thanks! Any tips on handling the remaining leather afterwards?

If it is anything like I have gotten it will come to you as a curved piece of hide. Not rectangular or square. You can cut the strops out of it and use the remainder to make whatever you want. I've made guitar straps, waist belts. You could make a wallet, knife sheath, holster ...... whatever your skill, tools and imagination can accomplish.

**cudarunner** · 07-01-2013, 11:42 AM

Originally Posted by broncc

Thanks! Any tips on handling the remaining leather afterwards?

I’d go right to the source of manufacture and ask those that you are getting the leather from about storage.

Tell them the circumstances and ask for direction about storage both short and long range be sure to ask about things like humidity, sunlight etc. You really can’t ask too many questions. If you are able to visit the site where the leather is being made that might be a wise thing to do!

Here’s what I thought was a very informative post about making a strop and I think Jim did a fantastic job of showing and explaining about making a strop from the beginning to end;

http://straightrazorpalace.com/strop...-pictures.html

**broncc** · 07-01-2013, 02:50 PM

Yes, I think the best thing is to ask the manufacturer how to handle it. I've seen the thread for the DIY strop before and I'll probably follow the same guide.

**cudarunner** · 07-01-2013, 03:47 PM

Originally Posted by broncc

Yes, I think the best thing is to ask the manufacturer how to handle it. I've seen the thread for the DIY strop before and I'll probably follow the same guide.

Keep us posted about the progress!! I have a mate in Australia who has offered to hand select a Roo hide for me and have the place ship it to me! (They seem to have very restrictive laws about shipping the hides out of the country, it may also have something to do with USA Customs).

Now all I need is to find the funds!!

**broncc** · 07-01-2013, 04:14 PM

Will do! I can get a square meter of hide for $20-28 depending on what part of the horse it is so money is not a big factor. I will check the local knife/blade forums and see if anyone else needs leather so we can split it.

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