Historical information
This shaving strop is typical of those used in barbers shops. It was used to sharpen the edge of a straight blade razor.
Significance
This item is of social and historical interest and belonged mainly to the era prior to the invention of safety blades and electric razors.
Physical description
Light brown double leather strop with black leather handle at one end and metal hook at the other end. There is text on both ends of the strap and the handle.
Inscriptions & markings
On handle Super 99."Sharpen" on strap section with carborundum at the other end. On the reverse: genuine horse hide Finish .
