The Richmond Strop Base is a precision-cut steel platform designed to provide a stable, flat foundation for magnetic-backed strop pads. Made from solid steel bar stock, this base is precision cut, exceptionally flat, powder-coated, and finished in black for long-lasting durability. The rigid construction ensures full magnetic contact and consistent stropping performance from end to end.
Four rubber feet are attached to the underside to provide excellent traction and prevent movement on your bench or countertop. The 3 in x 11 in size offers generous working surface while remaining easy to store. Compatible with all of our magnetic-backed strop pads. Made in Wisconsin. Care Instructions: Keep clean and dry to maintain strong magnetic hold. Wipe off any compound overspray after use. Store flat to preserve surface integrity.
Four rubber feet are attached to the underside to provide excellent traction and prevent movement on your bench or countertop. The 3 in x 11 in size offers generous working surface while remaining easy to store. Compatible with all of our magnetic-backed strop pads. Made in Wisconsin. Care Instructions: Keep clean and dry to maintain strong magnetic hold. Wipe off any compound overspray after use. Store flat to preserve surface integrity.
- Material: Powder-Coated Steel
- Size: 3 in x 11 in
- Compatibility: Magnetic-Backed Strops
- Base Support: 4 Rubber Feet
- Made In: Wisconsin, USA
Reviews
12 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) 3 x 11 Strop Base, December 30, 2024Posted By: Richard Savage
23 people found this review helpful
Absolutely brilliant, and not getting nearly enough hype. The steel base is probably 5 times as heavy as a wood base, and the rubber feet ensure no slipping. The magnetic backing on their leather strops (or peel and stick magnets for other bare strop leather) means that you only need one base and can switch out leather for strops with different compound grits. This blows away all my other strops.
23 people found this review helpful
Absolutely brilliant, and not getting nearly enough hype. The steel base is probably 5 times as heavy as a wood base, and the rubber feet ensure no slipping. The magnetic backing on their leather strops (or peel and stick magnets for other bare strop leather) means that you only need one base and can switch out leather for strops with different compound grits. This blows away all my other strops.
Nice systemPosted By: S
40 people found this review helpful
The base is well made and has good quality non-slip feet. This is nice strop system. The bovine leather strops and diamond sprays allow me to get "next level"ef=javascript:popupreview('https://cktgreviews.com/yreviews/ssl/yreview_reviews.php?RevID=4593&Score=-1')>No
40 people found this review helpful
The base is well made and has good quality non-slip feet. This is nice strop system. The bovine leather strops and diamond sprays allow me to get "next level"ef=javascript:popupreview('https://cktgreviews.com/yreviews/ssl/yreview_reviews.php?RevID=4593&Score=-1')>No
worth it Great strop system with the leather pad Great addition!Posted By: Brian M (GopherBroke) - verified customer
45 people found this review helpful
I have been using balsa strops for almost a year now, and always used them on the counter top or table... and they slid all over the place! I'm resourceful, and thought about making my own plate. Turns out that it is not at all feasible. Buy the metalPrep the metal (ground flat)eqnbsp;Fantastic
45 people found this review helpful
I have been using balsa strops for almost a year now, and always used them on the counter top or table... and they slid all over the place! I'm resourceful, and thought about making my own plate. Turns out that it is not at all feasible. Buy the metalPrep the metal (ground flat)eqnbsp;Fantastic
Posted By: Janice Hardisty
35 people found this review helpful
This is a great base to go with the various stropping tops that are available. I've tried wood block bases and they work well but this is a step up in my estimation. The base's "feet" hold solid to a counter top. Doesn't move around. I guess you can use a stone holder but this base works better. Great idea from Mr. Richmond.
35 people found this review helpful
This is a great base to go with the various stropping tops that are available. I've tried wood block bases and they work well but this is a step up in my estimation. The base's "feet" hold solid to a counter top. Doesn't move around. I guess you can use a stone holder but this base works better. Great idea from Mr. Richmond.
worth it Great strop system with the leather pad Great addition!Posted By: Brian M (GopherBroke) - verified customer
45 people found this review helpful
I have been using balsa strops for almost a year now, and always used them on the counter top or table... and they slid all over the place! I'm resourceful, and thought about making my own plate. Turns out that it is not at all feasible. Buy the metalPrep the metal (ground flat)equates to you'll spend more money making it yourself. It works superbly!
45 people found this review helpful
I have been using balsa strops for almost a year now, and always used them on the counter top or table... and they slid all over the place! I'm resourceful, and thought about making my own plate. Turns out that it is not at all feasible. Buy the metalPrep the metal (ground flat)equates to you'll spend more money making it yourself. It works superbly!
Perfect!
I like it!Posted By: Chris - verified customer
35 people found this review helpful
The one I received was bent but I was able to straighten it with out any damage being incurred. Works great with CKTG's magnetic-backed strops. It is heavy with good, non-slip feet. Stays put well!
35 people found this review helpful
The one I received was bent but I was able to straighten it with out any damage being incurred. Works great with CKTG's magnetic-backed strops. It is heavy with good, non-slip feet. Stays put well!
Great addition to sharpening kitPosted By: Tony S - verified customer
34 people found this review helpful
I really like this base. Works perfectly with all of the magnetic backed strops CKTG offers. It's heavier than I expected, which is great because it stays put as you're using it. But if you plan on carrying it with you in your knife bag, you'll definitely feel the extra weight. I wish the rubber feet were taller to give it more height. When using with the leather strops there's not much clearance for your hand. But I solved that minor drawback by just setting it on my stone holder instead of directly on the table.
34 people found this review helpful
I really like this base. Works perfectly with all of the magnetic backed strops CKTG offers. It's heavier than I expected, which is great because it stays put as you're using it. But if you plan on carrying it with you in your knife bag, you'll definitely feel the extra weight. I wish the rubber feet were taller to give it more height. When using with the leather strops there's not much clearance for your hand. But I solved that minor drawback by just setting it on my stone holder instead of directly on the table.
Good start...Posted By: Rick Darenberg - verified customer
33 people found this review helpful
This is a much more reasonably priced option than the previous HandAmerican strop base. It's simple and it would be perfect if the feet were longer so the platform is higher off the table. When I use leather strops my hands scrape the table a bit.
33 people found this review helpful
This is a much more reasonably priced option than the previous HandAmerican strop base. It's simple and it would be perfect if the feet were longer so the platform is higher off the table. When I use leather strops my hands scrape the table a bit.
