Editing Pivot System (section)

=====Strop=====

Regardless of whether you are using sandpaper or sharpening stones, you should also invest in a strop. Stropping helps reduce any [[bur]] that may form on the edges of the bushing during lapping and removes residue stuck to the surface. This results in a smoother, more consistent bushing surface.

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You will probably also want to apply some stropping compound on your strop before using it.

Stroppystuff is a well-regarded brand for stropping compound, though the price reflects that. [https://stroppystuff.com/products/6-micron-mono-diamond-suspension-high-concentration-30ml https://stroppystuff.com/products/6-micron-mono-diamond-suspension-high-concentration-30ml]

Avoid chromium oxide oxide compounds, as they are not suitable for high-hardness stainless steels.

For more information on strops, watch this video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMnS1jU4904 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMnS1jU4904]. Even though it focuses on knife sharpening, much of it also applies to bushings.