I think it’s time to step it up a notch and buy a new strop. Currently I’m using 2" SRD Black latigo strop and want to get something wider with a medium draw. So many choices out there what would you guys recommend for $100.00 or under.
Strop recommendation
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Tony Miller. If necessary, get on a waiting list. I waited over a year and half for a latigo and over two for a horsehide, and it was worth every minute.
The good news- he'll be releasing some new ones soon. Don't miss out.
Since you mentioned a medium draw, I'll assume you mean a draw lighter than your latigo. I recently had he great opportunity to use his new "notovan" strop, and all I can say is "oofah!" It handles like a dream. Of my five strops, it's the one I reach for most.
Good luck!
The good news- he'll be releasing some new ones soon. Don't miss out.
Since you mentioned a medium draw, I'll assume you mean a draw lighter than your latigo. I recently had he great opportunity to use his new "notovan" strop, and all I can say is "oofah!" It handles like a dream. Of my five strops, it's the one I reach for most.
Good luck!
+1 on the Tony Miller strops. When you can find one, get it, as he only does it on a part time, hobby basis now, so its a privilege to be able to get one nowadays. The horsehide has very little draw, the Latigo a lot, the notovan...I have no idea...it's next on my must have list. On the width, 3" strops are nice, but my sweet spot is a 2-1/2'. 3" feels a bit too wide, but many like them.
My SRD latigo has a very light draw so I went and bought a SRD 3" in Buffalo, love it. Come on down and give it a try and see if you like it. The Ambrose horse hide had a nice medium draw.
If I had to pick only one...I would pick a Tony miller of your choice of leather. I have a horsehide, and a latigo on the way in a trade.
If you can get two, or if you don't use the linen part, then my choice would be one of Legion's BuffaRoo.
If you can get two, or if you don't use the linen part, then my choice would be one of Legion's BuffaRoo.
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I've read alot of good things in threads about the Tony miller strops.
I would love to get my hands on one of his strops but I am sure there is a long waiting list.
I would love to get my hands on one of his strops but I am sure there is a long waiting list.
Check out his website thewellshavedgentleman, he is slated to offer a few in early July...no waiting list, first come first served...I got both of mine through his website.
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Sure will, what do ya want? Making brisket on the big smoker next weekend.
You won't find many people to disagree with the suggestion of buying a strop from Tony Miller if you can. His work is amazing and he is a gentlemen to deal with. That said, based on what I see and my interactions with him for straights, I'd consider Jose (Ambrose) if the wait for TM is too long. From my experiences, Jose puts amazing effort into everything he does. Also a wonderful guy to deal with.
+1 I also have two of Ambroses stops and Danricgro is correct. They're both outstanding.
Tony miller is currently taking orders...I'm sure supplies ar limited, so jump on it if you want one.
This week's supply is long gone brother..more next week tho.
I have a TM Latigo, and Moo Roo, A HA Chicago Special, and a Kanayama 7K, as well a a couple of vintage DDs.
Hard to chose, so I use every strop daily, with fewer laps, but always end up finishing on the Kanayama.
Hard to chose, so I use every strop daily, with fewer laps, but always end up finishing on the Kanayama.
That was fast then, because I ordered that morning and they were gone by evening.
That's cool. You should attach a different pitch bell to the bottom of each one. Quickly jump from one strop to the next and play a tune, you'll be the next YouTube sensation!
$100....get one of Legion's strops.
That's cool. You should attach a different pitch bell to the bottom of each one. Quickly jump from one strop to the next and play a tune, you'll be the next YouTube sensation!
May I suggest stropping to Believe Me If All Those Enearing Young Charms?
With apologies to Bugs Bunny.
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I'll need one of these when I pick up Legions buffaroo
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