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Instructions for 12" XL and 8" Double-Sided Paddle Strops
Congratulations on Your New Paddle Strop
Thank you for choosing a Sharpening Supplies 12" XL Double-Sided Paddle Strop or 8" Double Sided Paddle Strop. Whichever size you decided on, your strop is made in the US using the highest quality materials...
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Understanding Strops
What is a strop?
A strop is a surface that is used after the finest stone for the final stage of sharpening. The function of a strop is to polish the edge and work off any burr left behind by sharpening stones. Although other materials are used, s...
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Comparing Mounted Leather Strops
What are the differences between the various mounted strops?
We offer several models of mounted strops. They are available in large and small sizes, hand-held and bench-mounted, as well as a variety of other options. We put together this article t...
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Sharpening Supplies Strop FAQs
These leather strop FAQs apply to all of the Sharpening Supplies Leather Stops.
Q. Should I use honing compound on my strop?
A. We generally recommend honing compounds such as our Green Honing Compound. If you have a double-sided strop, apply t...
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Comparing Razor Strops
What's the difference between the various razor strops?
We offer several different razor strops to choose from. Different sizes are available as well as different leathers. Some have linen belts and some do not. This article is intended to give an...
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Understanding Honing Compound
What is honing compound?
Honing compound is extremely fine abrasive used in the final polishing stages of sharpening. These abrasives are sometimes loose, but are usually held in a medium like a wax bar, a paste or a spray. The particles in our s...
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