Strops & Polishing

Peakkit's strops and polishing subcategory covers the final stage of knife sharpening — stropping and polishing the edge to a mirror finish. Leather strops, balsa strops, paddle strops and honing compounds are stocked from leading sharpening brands alongside compound paste and polishing accessories.

Leather and paddle strops

Flat leather bench strops, hanging strops and dual-sided paddle strops (leather and balsa) are the standard tools for edge deburring and polishing after sharpening. Sizes range from compact pocket strops to long bench models for full-length blade coverage.

Honing and polishing compounds

Green chromium oxide, white compound and diamond paste in various micron grades are applied to strop surfaces to boost polishing performance. The grit sequence from compound to plain leather produces a progressively refined edge. Work Sharp and Bark River compounds are popular choices.

Strop accessories and care

Strop conditioning oil and leather preservative keep honing surfaces supple and effective for longer. A well-maintained leather strop will outlast most abrasive sharpening tools. Browse alongside our sharpening and maintenance category for the complete edge care workflow.