Flexcut Hook Strop FTPW17

The Flexcut Hook Strop is a purpose-built tool designed for maintaining the razor edge of any hook or spoon carving knife. Engineered for precision and durability, this strop is an essential addition to any serious woodcarver’s kit. Whether you’re shaping spoons, bowls, or other curved forms, keeping your hook knife properly honed is the difference between clean, effortless cuts and frustrating, rough work. That’s where the Hook Strop comes in—designed specifically to polish and refine the inside edge of curved blades with unmatched efficiency.

Crafted with pride in the USA, the Hook Strop features a smooth hardwood handle and a 9-inch leather stropping surface, built to reach the complex interior curve of hook blades with ease. The full tool measures approximately 14.75 inches in length and weighs just 0.25 pounds, offering a comfortable balance between portability and usability. Whether you're working at a bench or in the field, the Hook Strop is light enough to carry, but solid enough to get the job done right.

This strop isn't just leather and wood—it’s a complete sharpening solution. Each unit comes with a bar of Flexcut Gold Polishing Compound, formulated to produce a finely honed edge while minimizing abrasive wear. The compound works in tandem with the leather surface to remove burrs and refine the cutting edge to a mirror polish. Used regularly, it can extend the life of your hook knives, preserve factory edges, and dramatically improve carving performance.

Unlike improvised stropping methods, the Flexcut Hook Strop is designed with the exact curves and control needed for maintaining hook knives. It ensures you’re not just sharpening, but preserving the integrity and geometry of your blade. The rugged wood handle provides a secure grip, allowing for precise control during use, while the hand-finished strop surface delivers consistent, high-quality results.

The Flexcut Hook Strop isn’t a luxury—it’s a practical, hardworking tool for carvers who take their craft seriously. Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned spoon carver, this strop gives you a reliable way to maintain your blades without relying on powered equipment or guesswork. Check out all of our wood carving tools at SMKW!