What this tool does and why you need it Doublesided leather strop block for controlled honing and polishing of blades. One smooth leather side for final polishing and a coarser side for initial stropping to remove burrs and realign edges after whetstone work. Keeps knives, chisels, and cutters performing at their between full sharpening sessions. Key benefits Cleaner, longerlasting edges: removes tiny burrs and refines the bevel so cutting tools slice more reliably and stay sharper longer. Safer, more accurate stropping: solid wood base and contoured ergonomic handle give a secure grip, better angle control, and keep your hand away from blade edges while you work. Versatile and ready anywhere: compact, lightweight, and easy to store—fits in a kitchen drawer, toolbox, or gear bag for touchups at home, on the job, or in the field. Important attributes Doublesided leather: smooth side for polishing and finishing; coarser side for faster burr removal and initial stropping. Solid wood base with contoured handle: stable platform and comfortable grip for repeatable stropping angles. Compatible with: kitchen knives, chisels, cutters and other handheld cutting tools used in culinary work or woodworking. Typical use scenarios Home chef: quickly touch up a chef's knife between meals to restore a clean cutting edge without a full sharpening session. Woodworker: refine and remove burrs from chisels and plane blades after whetstone sharpening to achieve consistent, precise cuts. Job site or outdoor work: carry the compact strop for field touchups on utility knives and cutters to maintain performance during projects. How it fits into your sharpening routine Use after whetstone or other sharpening stones to remove burrs and polish the edge. Start on the coarser leather for burr removal, then finish on the smooth side for a refined, razorready edge. Compact, practical, and designed for safe, repeatable stropping — a straightforward finishing tool for anyone who needs reliable cutting performance.