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SHARPAL 204N Leather Strop (Genuine Cowhide) 8" x 3" Kit with 2 Oz. Polishing Compound & Angle Guide, Knife Stropping Block for Sharpening & Honing Knives, Straight Razor, Woodcarving Chisels
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Material | Genuine Cowhide Leather |
Brand | SHARPAL |
Color | Light Yellow |
Product Dimensions | 12.01"L x 4.33"W x 0.98"H |
Item Weight | 57 Grams |
Grit Type | Fine |
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Easy to use | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 5.0 |
Value for money | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 3.5 | 5.0 |
For beginners | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
Sold By | SHARPAL INC. | SHARPAL INC. | Crazy Potato | Crazy Potato | AUCO Group | AUCO Group |
material | Genuine Cowhide Leather | Genuine Cowhide Leather -one smooth side and one suede side | Genuine Cowhide Leather -one smooth side and one suede side, Chrome Oxide | Genuine Cowhide Leather -one smooth side and one suede side, Chrome Oxide | Plastic | Monocrystalline Diamonds |
grit type | Fine | Medium, Fine | Ultra Fine, Extra Fine, Fine | Ultra Fine, Extra Fine, Fine | — | Coarse,Extra Coarse |
weight | 57 grams | 0.67 pounds | 0.55 pounds | 0.83 pounds | 7.6 grams | 4.06 pounds |
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Sharpal is a leading manufacturer of professional and patented multifunction knife and tool sharpeners for the outdoor and sports, garden and workshop, and culinary and kitchen industries.
For more than 25 years we have been passionately researching and developing quality products, which provide consumers with an easy and cost-effective way to obtain a sharp edge.
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Product Description
About SHARPAL
Sharpal Inc. is a leading manufacturer of professional and patented multifunction knife and tool sharpeners for the outdoor and sports, garden and workshop, and culinary and kitchen industries. For more than 25 years we have been passionately researching and developing quality products, which provide consumers with an easy and cost-effective way to obtain a sharp edge.
SHARPAL 204N Leather Strop 8" x 3" Kit
Polish your knife like new
SHARPAL strop is a premium vegetable tanned hide with abrasive green compound that will put the sharpest edge possible on knives. It should be used as the final step in sharpening. The tool works by realigning the very fine edge of the blade and polishing the blades surface. After use or sharpening the blade will have a slight burr this burr is what catches when you attempt to cut. By stropping the knife the very fine edge of the blade will begin align, while the compound polished the edge.
- Tips: If the compound is too dry to load onto the strop, heat the compound by heat gun or hair dryer. If the leather is too dry or hard, put some mineral oil or honing oil on the strop to soften it.
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100% genuine cowhide leather
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Flat surface
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Key Features
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Beech Wood Block
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Green Polishing Compound
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Angle Guide
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Non-slip Base
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How to use it
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Step 1.Apply the polishing wax evenly on the cowhide leather until it covers the entire surface |
Step 2.As shown in the picture, it should be drawn upward against the direction of the blade until you get an extremely sharp edge. |
Step 3.Turn the blade over and do the same on the other side like step 2. Note: The blade should be against the direction of the moving to avoid cutting the strop. |
FinishedYou will get a extremely sharp knife or tool like new. Note: Strop is recommended to use before you think the edge is dull. It's the key to keep a razor sharp edge by using it consistently. |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 9 x 3.15 x 0.83 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.01 ounces |
Manufacturer | Sharpal Inc. |
ASIN | B07WC1M411 |
Item model number | 204N |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #15,186 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #37 in Sharpening Stones |
Date First Available | August 20, 2019 |
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Customers like the value, performance, appearance and ease of use of the knife sharpener. For example, they mention that it works well, leaves a nice finish and that it's simple yet effective. Customers are also impresseded with the quality, and stability. That said, some complain about the durability.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife sharpener. They mention that it's perfect for maintaining the sharp edge of their knives, and the finish quality is great. The strop is easy to use and sharpens their knives almost razor sharp. The material is excellent, very well made, and sharp enough to shave even.
"...The more course side is perfect for stropping and edge and getting that razor sharp edge. While using the smooth side helps get that mirror finish...." Read more
"...Overall I like this little board. It gives you a good surface to hone and finish your knives after sharpening or to touch them up...." Read more
"...It's comfortable, light and seems durable thus far.I like the angle guide but the compound is a little iffy...." Read more
"For the price, the finish quality is great. Smooth, finished beechwood, beech is very hard, dense wood...." Read more
Customers find the knife sharpener easy to use. They say the compound is easy to apply, and the strop is simple yet effective. They mention that there was no difficulty in getting it set up and that it's very helpful for beginners. The included sharpening compound goes on easily and is easy clean off the chopping board. Customers also say that the angle guide helps a lot for rookies.
"...The sharpal compound works great as well, and the angle finder is great...." Read more
"...I give it 5 stars for the added items, ease of use, and non slip underside. Would recommend!" Read more
"...It's comfortable, light and seems durable thus far.I like the angle guide but the compound is a little iffy...." Read more
"...Drop dead simple, amazing value, and comes in the box with everything you need to make a knife so sharp it will cut tomato slices so thin they only..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the knife sharpener. They mention that it works well, is easy to use, and produces excellent results. The sharpening compound works well and the angle finder is great. The product is perfect for their uses and works well at room temperature.
"...Highly recommend keeping at least one of these around. The sharpal compound works great as well, and the angle finder is great...." Read more
"...It's a good value and works as good or better than other strops out there...." Read more
"...doesn't feel cheap, like you'd expect sub $20 strop to feel. - effective at what a strop is for- burr removal/polishing/bringing sharpeness..." Read more
"I love it … the kit is easy to use and the results are excellent." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the knife sharpener. They say it's good value for the money, with razor sharp results. Customers also mention that it'll last a very long time.
"I haven't used this more than once or twice so far. It's a good value and works as good or better than other strops out there...." Read more
"...Drop dead simple, amazing value, and comes in the box with everything you need to make a knife so sharp it will cut tomato slices so thin they only..." Read more
"...After using the strop with compound, I see the value and why it's worth the money...." Read more
"A nice strop by every measure, and a great price." Read more
Customers like the stability of the knife sharpener. They mention that the rubber on the bottom ensures no slipping, and the non-slip feet really help stability. The pads on the floor really help, and it stays in place on any surface.
"...easily. - nicer materials than expected for $19. -anti-slip pads are nicer than the common feet. - the leather doesn't feel cheap,..." Read more
"...leather strop is mounted on a wooden block which also has skid resistant pads on the back...." Read more
"Polishes well. Sturdy and stable base." Read more
"...Angle guidance and anti-slip mats make work simple and correct. When you don't use it, you should keep it dry or it will affect its service life." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the knife sharpener. They mention that the wood is nicer than many strops at a higher price point, and the leather provides a highly polished edge to all of your cutting tools. The veg tanned leather is supple but not soft, and has a varnish/sealant on it to resist moisture and prevent it from warping.
"...Your edge will be shaving sharp and shine like a mirror. Highly recommend keeping at least one of these around...." Read more
"...Smooth, finished beechwood, beech is very hard, dense wood. The veg tanned leather is supple but not soft. I love the suede side, it's very fuzzy...." Read more
"Pros- leather came flat and mostly free of defects. - wood is nicer than many strops at a higher price point. - leather took the..." Read more
"...The compound that comes with it is adequate though and leaves a nice finish and does the job for final bur removal and finishing...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the knife sharpener. They mention that the leather peels off of the base, comes apart, and flakes badly. Some customers also report that the edge on one side is peeling up and loose. They also mention that there is a wrinkle or tear in the leather. Overall, customers are not happy with the quality and durability of this product.
"...I just opened the package and noticed that the edge on one side is peeling up and loose. It also seems there is a wrinkle or a tear in leather too...." Read more
"...The edges of the leather were peeling up and aren't adhered to the wood as well as they should be...." Read more
"Had a leather delamination issues with mine after applying a diamond spray however support promptly reached out with a replacement that is holding..." Read more
"...a few strokes requiring constant cleaning then after the leather started to come apart I quit using it...." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the thickness of the knife sharpener. They mention that the leather is too thin, hard, and smooth. Some say that the product is not full grain leather and is coated with a laminated layer. Overall, some customers find the quality of the product to be inferior to the competition.
"...too hard and its surface is far too smooth, it almost feels coated with some laminated layer that prevents good contact with a diamond compound...." Read more
"Thin very thin leather. Sheds a lot and has ripped in a couple places...." Read more
"...This one is very very smooth, as if it has been buffed. As a result, it does not take compound very easily...." Read more
"Smooth leather, a little softer than I hoped but very serviceable for daily stropping needs of a pocket knife...." Read more
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The only con with the angle finder tool, is it doesn’t work the best with very small bladed knoves. You have set it flat on the tool and slide it down almost like you stropping it on the tool.
That’s a very minor setback though. Overall and amazing and well built strop. 10/10
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2024
The only con with the angle finder tool, is it doesn’t work the best with very small bladed knoves. You have set it flat on the tool and slide it down almost like you stropping it on the tool.
That’s a very minor setback though. Overall and amazing and well built strop. 10/10
I don't even use it.
Overall I like this little board. It gives you a good surface to hone and finish your knives after sharpening or to touch them up. I give it 5 stars for the added items, ease of use, and non slip underside. Would recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2023
I don't even use it.
Overall I like this little board. It gives you a good surface to hone and finish your knives after sharpening or to touch them up. I give it 5 stars for the added items, ease of use, and non slip underside. Would recommend!
I like the angle guide but the compound is a little iffy. I worry the compound will gum up the leather.
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2024
The Sharpal strop is mounted on a wood paddle with a good handle and 8 inches of leather on each side. One side has high quality smooth leather, and the other side has a suede side, also high quality and thicker leather than I usually see on other strops. I needed several uses on the suede side to get a uniform surface feel. The smooth side is very uniform leather with no irregularities in the fine grain.
The strop handle has a hole in it so that the strop can be hung in the workshop. Because I travel to sharpen, I store my strop in the sturdy cardboard box that it came in.
The strop comes with an angle guide, although this has to be used with care to avoid cutting the leather. Place the angle guide at the end of the strop, with the appropriate angle facing away from the leather. Place your knife flat against the desired angle and carefully observe how the knife appears. Then remove the angle guide, set the knife at the memorized angle, and pull the knife so that it drags across the leather, with the edge trailing behind the blade. (Stropping methods are easier to watch on YouTube than explain in words.)
After you have stropped a few times, you probably won't need the angle guide except as an occasional reminder.
The green compound that comes with the paddle strop appears to be of good quality. Not too hard, not too soft.
One of the photos shows the smooth side of the paddle. A ruler shows the length of the leather. The angle guide also appears, along with a Puma skinner knife made in 1971.
The other photo shows the suede side, and also a tall petty knife made from pipeline steel by Dao Vua, a Vietnamese forger.
I am very happy with this Sharpal 205H double-sided leather strop and expect to get years of use from it.
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2022
The Sharpal strop is mounted on a wood paddle with a good handle and 8 inches of leather on each side. One side has high quality smooth leather, and the other side has a suede side, also high quality and thicker leather than I usually see on other strops. I needed several uses on the suede side to get a uniform surface feel. The smooth side is very uniform leather with no irregularities in the fine grain.
The strop handle has a hole in it so that the strop can be hung in the workshop. Because I travel to sharpen, I store my strop in the sturdy cardboard box that it came in.
The strop comes with an angle guide, although this has to be used with care to avoid cutting the leather. Place the angle guide at the end of the strop, with the appropriate angle facing away from the leather. Place your knife flat against the desired angle and carefully observe how the knife appears. Then remove the angle guide, set the knife at the memorized angle, and pull the knife so that it drags across the leather, with the edge trailing behind the blade. (Stropping methods are easier to watch on YouTube than explain in words.)
After you have stropped a few times, you probably won't need the angle guide except as an occasional reminder.
The green compound that comes with the paddle strop appears to be of good quality. Not too hard, not too soft.
One of the photos shows the smooth side of the paddle. A ruler shows the length of the leather. The angle guide also appears, along with a Puma skinner knife made in 1971.
The other photo shows the suede side, and also a tall petty knife made from pipeline steel by Dao Vua, a Vietnamese forger.
I am very happy with this Sharpal 205H double-sided leather strop and expect to get years of use from it.
Top reviews from other countries
Ich war nicht so überzeugt, weil viele sich interessant vorkommen müssen und geben Ihr Senf dazu, ohne ein richtiger Grund zu haben.
Ich habe viele Stropps selbst gebastelt mit 1A Leder Von teure Schopps. Die sind nicht wirklich besser.
Absolute Kauf Empfehlung!