how do you strop a razor? is it by pushing the razor across the grain by putting the sharp edge of the razor across the strop, or by pulling the razor
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You pull the edge away...just the opposite of how you push the edge into the stone tying to sharpen. If you push into your strop you will cut through it.
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I've used Herb's Yellowstone on woodcarving knives, chisels, and gouges. Always strop with the sharp edge trailing, otherwise the blade could cut into the strop and harm either the strop, the blade, or both. My technique is to scrape some of the compound onto the leather and rub the powder in with my finger tip. The black color the strop will acquire is from steel particles being polished off. Leave them on the strop as you use it more and more. I haven't anything better ....
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how do you strop a razor? is it by pushing the razor across the grain by putting the sharp edge of the razor across the strop, or by pulling the razor?Always pull the razor across the leather, so that the blade does not cut into the leather. The pulling action in combination with Herb's Yellowstone will sharpen the blade.
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I only strop my carving knives, not razors, but you always strop away from the cutting edge; otherwise you will cut the strop. You can push the blade away from you with the cutting edge facing you, and then you can turn the blade over and pull it the other way. One should strop slowly and evenly. Always keep your hands away from the cutting edge.
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As you push razor edge across the stone to sharpen you will conversely pull the edge across the strop until all micro fragments of metal from the stone sharpening are removed, making the edge sharper yet. You should repeat the stropping before and after use to maintain the edge until you need to stone hone again. You want to be sure to liberally apply Herb's Yellowstone Honing and Stripping Compound every time to the leather strop before stropping the razor.
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Simon, I dont have a straight razor so I dont strop it. I do strop my various knives, machetes and even small axes. I strop these items by laying the blade at an angle on the strop and then pulling or pushing it depending on the side of the blade I am stropping. My suggestion is that you get on the web and look for 'how to strop a razor'. I am certain there are many you tube videos on this topic.
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I've used Herb's Yellowstone on woodcarving knives, chisels, and gouges. Always strop with the sharp edge trailing, otherwise the blade could cut into the strop and harm either the strop, the blade, or both.My technique is to scrape some of the compound onto the leather and rub the powder in with my finger tip. The black color the strop will acquire is from steel particles being polished off. Leave them on the strop as you use it more and more.I haven't anything better ....
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The razor pictured has a 3-piece, vs the butterfly twist to open of the Razorock Jaws razor. I have both, a butterfly and a 3-piece, Edwin Jagger DE89Lbl. Razors are aggressive to gentle, and what you require or prefer will depend on your skin, whisker toughness, lather and blade. The best you can do is try a few and see what you are happiest with. Aggressiveness depends on how much blade is exposed after closing the razor or tightening the head. Also, the blade As much as I'd like to tell folks I have a barbed wire beard, the reality is I prefer my Edwin Jagger's more gently configuration. A good Q & A can be found at the Badger and Blade website. Good luck.
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My husband says....the sharpener will produce a sharp enough enough edge to shave hair from your arm. However if you over sharpen your knife the edge will not last as long...but if you watch the video (included) they explain using the 30° back edge and that will help strengthen the edge. You can get a sharper edge by stropping...however I recommend the ultra find grit stones...purchased separately, for razor sharp edge.
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Make sure that the (pair of) pulls are not too hard, but the edge must make good contact. U may need a number of pairs of pulls to get this.Make sure the 'burr' is attained with stage one - this is critical. U should feel it on your palm ( always stroke in the safe direction)When making stage two (pair of) pulls, go somewhat slow 2 pulls each side; then 2 faster pulls each side; always alternate, of course.Maintaining the razor edge is just repeating stage 2 when needed. There is a skill required, but nothing like what is required with the old tried and true stoning method.I will unequivocally attest to this. Make sure that the (pair of) pulls are not too hard, but the edge must make good contact. U may need a number of pairs of pulls to get this.Make sure the 'burr' is attained with stage one - this is critical. U should feel it on your palm ( always stroke in the safe direction)When making stage two (pair of) pulls, go somewhat slow 2 pulls each side; then 2 faster pulls each side; always alternate, of course.Maintaining the razor edge is just repeating stage 2 when needed. There is a skill required, but nothing like what is required with the old tried and true stoning... » Read More Make sure that the (pair of) pulls are not too hard, but the edge must make good contact. U may need a number of pairs of pulls to get this.Make sure the 'burr' is attained with stage one - this is critical. U should feel it on your palm ( always stroke in the safe direction)When making stage two (pair of) pulls, go somewhat slow 2 pulls each side; then 2 faster pulls each side; always alternate, of course.Maintaining the razor edge is just repeating stage 2 when needed. There is a skill required, but nothing like what is required with the old tried and true stoning method.I will unequivocally attest to this. « Show Less
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Depends more on the type of blade steel and blade condition. This sharpener will make a knife steel sharpe enough to shave the hairs on your arm. But on some steels you will need the ultra fine rods (sold separately) and a strop. Razor edges take practice though. Good luck.
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There is a piece of metal in the middle. Have the blade up and the sharp edge towards you. Near the top of the opening of the handle you will see the metal in the middle. It needs to be pushed to the left and pull the blade down while having it pushed over. I hope that helps but it is the best I can describe it.
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Not sure why you would want to polish the edge of an ax. It works best on fine edges like kitchen knives. &lt;25 degree angles edges. The compound that come with it could be used for any kind of finishing polish but the strop itself is only about 3"x12". I use it on my shun 6" chefs knife and it gets the job done but I still wish the strop was larger. For the price you can't beat it. To answer you question on can you "sharpen" the answer is no. It is for polishing the edge to remove the microscopic burr and make blades razor sharp. If you want to "sharpen" a wider angle edge like an ax I would suggest about a 500-1000 grit stone or higher but the higher you go the longer it takes to take out large nicks in the edge.
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Well once you place the cutter on the track;the engage the blade by pushing the button down on the blade you can push or pull.It's a simple straight line if on the track correctly; at the start of your cut push the blade down securely so that you feel you have penetrated the mat cleanly. Then start at the bottom or at the top of your line. In my experience it creates more resistance with the pull than with the push. Keeping a sharp blade is critical. The thickness and quality of the mat have a great deal to do with the resistance you will encounter. I am very pleased with the unit and found the CD very useful with practice and patience you will get great results.
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When purchasing a Conventional Straight razor, they should be honed and stropped in order to get a cutting edge for shaving. They arrive sharp, just not RAZOR sharp.
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It was a little tricky..I must say. On the razor...squeeze so that the little nubs are ready to go into the blade. Go to the edge closest to the 5 blades. Play with it a little and it should work. I hope this helps. I am generally good at stuff like this and for this one...I had to put my glasses on :)
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the toold has a separate scissor sharpener; you put both blades through the scissor sharpener on each side of the blade and the make a scissor "cutting" motion. Works pretty well.
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Make sure the white strip is up, push the button with your thumb, look at the side pins & make sure they move out, push the razor head into the back of the blade & make sure the pins are beside the holes & release button. I had a little trouble the first time too. Make sure you have trackII or atra blabes.
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You have to make a slit with a razor blade.I got mine in September of 2014 and I am happy with it!!!
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There is an orange slider button on the top. You push this forward to expose the blade. You don't have to hold it there--it automatically locks in the "use" position. You can hear it click. Before you lay it down, press the small orange dot on the left side to put the put the blade in the "safe" position. If you think "razor blade" that will give you an indication how sharp the blade is and why you don't lay it down with the blade exposed.
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Essentially you are pulling a razor blade across your face. It is safe IF you use the razor properly and take your time. Safety/straight razors required you to dedicate a lot of time to the shave. It takes me about 30 mins from start to finish. In my opinion, it is VERY worth it. Not only is it cost effective, it gives you a nice clean shave. You do have to be careful around moles and pimples, it will cut them off, or atleast open.
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Sorry, I couldn't figure it out either. I would say, call customer service and ask them, that's what I may end up doing. And how does one make such an advanced razor, and not put the lock on it, but they put the locks on the previous razors. I never understood this.
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A strop, or strap as some people call them, does not sharpen a razor. You need to use a series of stones from coarse to very fine to put the edge on a blade. A strop is used to help maintain that edge by finishing the job. Think of it like polishing the edge...it will only be as good as the product you are working with.