Thread: The Scorcher #141 Strop Restoration Project

Not sure if this is the place to post.

I picked up this vintage -- The Scorcher Strop #141, Genuine Shell Horse, Made in England -- in an antique store some time ago. I decided this would make a good restoration project. My first strop restoration project. I will post before pics in this posting and then open it up for some advice (I do have a few questions). Then I will post after pics....well...after.

I have watched a few restoration videos on Youtube and read other forum postings and the Wiki on strop restoration and I am a bit torn in terms of which order I should follow. Should I wash with saddle soap, then oil with Neatsfoot oil, then sand out any imperfections? The razor Emporium video suggested that I should sand it lightly first to remove any blemishes, then wash with saddle soap and then oil and buff, etc. The general condition of the strop is good. There are some slight blemishes along the lower edge and I am concerned they may catch on a blade edge, and there is one slight nick in the center of the strop. The canvas strop is just dirty. Needs a good wash.

I would appreciate any and all advice!