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Now the strop is ready to be used. The knife needs to be held almost flat while stropping, and the pressure used should be only enough to hone the edge. Excessive pressure will round over the edge.
You can make as many of these strops as you need, and you are not limited to any particular shape. I made one with a turned handle and it has 2 strips of leather on it.
When my knife strop is not being used it is kept in the case that holds my knives. That keeps it from collecting dirt and grit.
Any old leather belt can be used on a strop. It is easy to make one, and you will be glad you did. James D. Thompson
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