Strop in dark blue Leather by Tärnsjö Garveri.

Mounted on a base of Swedish pinewood. The bottom of the stropping block is laser-engraved with a samurai. The wood base has been treated with mineral oil and beeswax for both protection and a lustre. The strop block matches the dimensions of Shapton sharpening stones, making it a perfect fit in a sharpening stone holder. This adds an extra step in your sharpening process, effortlessly removing the last burr and delivering a razor-sharp edge.

• Dimensions: 210 x 7 0 mm
• Thickness: 17 mm
• Weight: 134 g

This generously sized leather strop provides the ultimate razor-sharp finish for your knives. Made from the highest quality vegetable-tanned leather by Tärnsjö, we highly recommend this strop as a complement to your primary sharpening process.

Instructions for Use:

1. Place the strop on a non-slip surface or secure it in a sharpening stone holder.
2. Position the knife at the start of the strop and draw the blade forward, moving away from the edge (opposite to a cutting motion). Flip the blade and repeat.
3. Perform a few strokes on each side until the edge feels sharp.

Key Tips:

• Maintain the same angle as the knife’s primary bevel, typically 12-15 degrees for Japanese knives.
• Aim for smooth and even strokes.

For Advanced Stropping:

You can treat the leather with oil, apply an abrasive spray, or use a polishing paste (e.g., Autosol or Tormek paste). However, we recommend using the leather untreated to avoid stickiness or stiffness when products dry. Over-polished edges can lose their bite and feel slippery when cutting tomatoes.

An untreated leather strop can become your best sharpening companion, always ready to deliver top-notch results on short notice.