K&S Magnetic Leather Strop 24cm x 8cm - Fine GritDeburring is the process of removing the wire edge formed during sharpening process. The formation of burr is the indicator that a knife is now ready to move on to the next stone, however the wire edge has to be removed before proceeding. Stropping with leather is a popular way to remove the burr. Customers often ask us about leather strops, so I worked with my leather guy to introduce the K&S strop that is designed with knife users in mind: Premium

2 mm Width of Spine Above Heel 1

The famous Tsumataro 3 in 1 by Chiba Kogyosyo

I call this handle the Starry

This was never an issue for Tosa-san

6mm at the heel

This will cover 99% of your needs in every day cooking

though it is reactive carbon steel that requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion

K&S ebony handle with black horn ferrule

It is also cheaper to ship thanks to the lack of base

0 mm Width of Spine at Middle of Blade  1

- Soft surface that prolongs knife sharpness

and collectors seeking an etched stainless-clad blade with distinctive aesthetics