With the included Flexcut gold polishing compound, the slipstrop works to keep an edge on carving tools that is unsurpassed. The slipstrop is specially molded to polish and deburr hard to reach areas inside v-tools and gouges, as well as do a fine job on outside bevels. The Flexcut gold polishing compound applies to the strop like a crayon, and quickly polishes hardened steel. Together, the two produce the finest possible edge for carving tools.