Bacher Premium Leather Strop – Double-Sided Knife Sharpening Kit with Polishing Compounds

Premium craftsmanship you can feel

Hand-made in Poland, the Bacher Premium Leather Strop brings traditional sharpening technique into a modern woodworking kit. The strop is crafted from 3 mm vegetable-tanned leather, bark-tanned in the Podhale region following a 17th-century recipe. Its Beechwood paddle handle is sourced from FSC-certified forests in the Carpathians, delivering a sturdy, comfortable grip for extended use.

With a generous overall size and a spacious working surface, this double-sided strop adapts to a wide range of blades. The full length is 320 mm with a 60 mm width, while the active stropping area measures 206 mm by 56 mm. The two textures on opposite sides let you tailor your polish to your blade, choosing between a rough and a smooth finish as you prefer.

Key specs

• Made in Poland from 3 mm vegetable-tanned leather
• Beechwood paddle handle from FSC-certified forests
• Double-sided strop with smooth and rough textures
• Total size 320 mm x 60 mm; working area 206 mm x 56 mm
• Includes softening balm and a four-grit polishing set

Versatile use and practical tips

• Apply chosen polishing compounds on one or both sides as you refine the edge
• White compound on the rough side for a bite, green on the smooth for a finer touch
• Maintain a consistent angle and pull the blade backward with light pressure
• Great for straight razors, chisels, hunting knives, pocket knives, and kitchen blades

What’s included

• Softening balm to condition the leather (lanolin and beeswax)
• Four polishing grits: Red 2000, White 5000, Green 8000, Black 12000

While results can vary, using this strop as part of your sharpening routine may help you achieve a refined edge and a smoother finish on a range of tools. The combination of premium materials, robust construction, and thoughtful design makes this strop a quality companion for woodworking and carving projects.