Strops can be used with or without compound.

Best leather strops for knife sharpening. 8 Double Sided Paddle Strop. Leather is generally used in two instances in sharpening a knife. Use junky old leather found in the thrift shop bins as wide belts old jackets etc.

Here in Texas saddle and boot makers use them everyday to put that slick edge on their leather working knives. Fromm Illinois Razor Strop Best Strop For Beginners. Taytools 10 x 3 French Leather Paddle Strop comes on the top of our list because it is simple to use and both professionals and beginners can use it.

The best part of the strop leather is the material. Its far cheaper than some smaller less-capable strops from other makers. Leather Strop 1.

Our Best Selling Strop. The price of this leather strop is affordable yet it is built with durability so beginners can practice. Just remember to strop on the finished side of the leather for beveled knives and the rough side for convex edges.

12 XL Double Sided Paddle Strop. Between sharpening your edge can roll over at a micro level. Our wide selection of strops ensures that you can find the right strop to meet your needs.

Every sharpener needs a good strop. You may think your new pocketknife is sharp right out of the box but usually you can get them significantly sharper by stropping the rough factory edge. Our strops wont cost you a fortune and should last you the rest of your life if properly cared for.