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  1. 05-10-2012, 02:12 PM #1
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    I just made a new strop, from pure saddlery gear, 14oz English bridle, , solid brass nickel chicago screws, and heavy D-rings, its had a stropping length of 24 1/2, i may shorten it though-----------Click image for larger version.  Name: IMG_2169.jpg  Views: 132  Size: 34.9 KB  ID: 242688Click image for larger version.  Name: IMG_2170.jpg  Views: 131  Size: 21.0 KB  ID: 242689Click image for larger version.  Name: IMG_2172.jpg  Views: 130  Size: 24.7 KB  ID: 242690Click image for larger version.  Name: IMG_2174.jpg  Views: 130  Size: 32.2 KB  ID: 242691
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    Looks nice... is that 3" width? Those D rings are monsters! Good job.
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    yes 3", i reduced the length , to 24" with a 19" strop area---- 23" is too much area it started to roll at the edges, now its flat all the way through the strop area
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    good job.
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    i just added a grip , the D-ring was not comfortable , this baby is a beast

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    I must say, that looks pretty damn good.
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    thanks i am quite pleased with the results
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    Very nice, you did a great job.
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