How to use a Leather Strop: Get All Knives and Chisels Razor Sharp

What is a leather strop and how to use a strop?
A strop is a special surface (usually it's made of leather) designed to remove any burr left after knife sharpening on a stone.
Leather Strop Block or just Leather Strop?
It's up to you, either you choose a leather strop block or even a paddle strop with a handle. It's just the matter of convenience, nothing more. While just a leather sharpening strop can be a good option if you love traveling and living lightweight. All in all, leather strops allow you to get the super sharp edge.
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What are polishing compounds? How to use?
It's possible to strop the knives just on a leather. But more efficient results can be received with the help of stropping compound.
Stropping compound is a polishing agent that usually comes as a block. Often it's hard and the texture reminds of a crayon. You should apply it to the leather or strop block like with a crayon.
How to strop your knives properly?
We made a tutorial for you on using a leather strop on knives and chisels. Check it out and make sure to follow the shown stropping steps in the tutorial.
Check out BeaverCraft Leather Strops Range:
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