--- product_id: 212200173 title: "Stropping Compound 100g - Very Fine - for Knife Sharpening and Polishing - Leather Strop Compound - Set Honing Paste with applicator" brand: "bacher" price: "R461" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Bacher" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/212200173-stropping-compound-100g-very-fine-for-knife-sharpening-and-polishing store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # beeswax & lanoline soft formula 100g premium compound + applicator 8000 grit ultra-fine polish Stropping Compound 100g - Very Fine - for Knife Sharpening and Polishing - Leather Strop Compound - Set Honing Paste with applicator **Brand:** bacher **Price:** R461 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Sharpen Like a Pro, Shine Like a Boss πŸ›‘οΈ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Stropping Compound 100g - Very Fine - for Knife Sharpening and Polishing - Leather Strop Compound - Set Honing Paste with applicator by bacher - **How much does it cost?** R461 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/212200173-stropping-compound-100g-very-fine-for-knife-sharpening-and-polishing) ## Best For - bacher enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bacher brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Effortless Application:** Soft paste requires no heating; just a light spread with the included leather applicator for instant results. - β€’ **Leather-Loving Soft Formula:** Infused with beeswax and lanoline to keep your strop supple and extend its life. - β€’ **Versatile Multi-Material Use:** Perfect for leather, cotton, felt, sisal, canvas, and metals from stainless steel to gold. - β€’ **Mirror-Gloss Finish in Minutes:** Achieve a flawless, high-gloss blade polish with ultra-fine 8000 grit abrasive particles. - β€’ **Trusted by Pros, Loved by Enthusiasts:** Consistently top-rated with 4.6 stars and praised for reliable, repeatable sharpening performance. ## Overview BACHER Honing Compound Green 100g is a premium, very-fine 8000 grit polishing paste designed for professional-grade blade honing and polishing. Its unique soft formula enriched with beeswax and lanoline conditions leather strops while delivering a mirror-like finish on knives, razors, and various metals. The compound is easy to apply with the included leather applicator and is versatile enough for use on multiple materials, making it a must-have for precision sharpening and polishing enthusiasts. ## Description Product Description BACHER Honing Compound with Leather Applicator Green - Very Fine #8000 100 g The polishing paste for knives with a gradation of 8000 allows you to make the final grinding in the process of sharpening knives or razors. It is a permanent element used when polishing with a leather strop. Using honing compound creases the polishing effect and gives the blades a mirror-like smoothness and high gloss. This paste removes all scratches and burrs caused by sharpening. Regular use of the paste also prevents discoloration and rust. The product is intended for use on leather strops. The paste is so soft that it is easy to apply to the leather surface. Another advantage is the fact that it is non-greasy and leaves no traces on the polished surface. The mirror effect can be achieved with a small amount of paste. Product features grit: green – very fine 8000; 0,9-1,1 microns weight: 100g / pc. set includes polishing paste for knives and leather applicators Bacher Honing Compounds are also available in following grits red - medium 2000; 4-5 microns white - fine 5000; 2,0-2,5 microns black - ultra fine 12000; 0,4-0,6 microns How to use Bacher honing compound? Polishing pastes can be applied on one or both sides of the leather. The choice which paste apply depends on your individual preferences. It is best to try different options, in order to find out which one fits your needs! Usually, 1-2g per 100cm2 is enough. Thanks to a soft formula you do not need to heat anything, but you can use a hairdryer for better penetration if you like. Applying Bacher polishing paste step by step Step 1 Apply sparingly onto the leather or another material; you can also use the leather applicator included in the package. Use light, fast strokes to colour in the strop. Step 2 Start honing your blade to spread the paste until you get a thin coating of the compound on your strop. Step 3 Remmeber to make the same steps on both sides of the blade. Bacher honing compounds are the only compound with beeswax and lanoline leather conditioner. What else can honing compound be used for? Our honing compound works great if used on leather, cotton, felt, sisal or canvas . Great for manual polishing jewellery with a cloth or included leather pad. You can achieve high gloss finish not only on stainless steel straight razor or knife but also on high carbon steel, aluminium, copper, bronze, brass and gold or silver. Review: Great compound - Good stuff Review: Highly recommended honing compound - I have been using this, and Bacher's other honing compoundsfor over 12 months and this grade has been consistently excellent. Provided to me initially as a free-sample it has always produced excellent results. I hone my wood chisels after every use and this compound and its other associated grades have always and consistently produced excellent results. it comes in a handyy 100g tin and includes a small leather pad applicator. Highly recommended product. ## Features - SPECIAL SOFT FORMULA: Stropping compound with beeswax and lanoline. Helps to maintain the naturally supple leather surface of strops. The extra high content of abrasives allows for fast and effective sharpening and polishing of your blade. Ultra-high abrasive particles tolerance thanks to in-house micron sieve manufacturing process. - NOT ONLY FOR LEATHER STROP: Honing compound work great if used on leather, cotton, felt, sisal or canvas. Great for manual polishing jewellery with a cloth or included leather pad. You can achieve high gloss finish not only on stainless steel straight razor or knife but also on high carbon steel, aluminium, copper, bronze, brass and gold or silver. - HOW TO USE: Apply buffing compound sparingly onto stropping leather or other material, you can use included leather applicator. Use light, fast strokes to colour in the strop. Usually, 1-2g per 100cm2 is enough. Thanks to a soft formula you do not need to heat anything, but you can use a hairdryer for better penetration if you like. Start honing your blade to spread the paste until you get a thin coating of the compound on your strop. - GRIT: Bacher Honing Compound is available in 4 grits. Approximately grain size: Red 2000 (medium), White 5000 (fine), Green 8000 (very-fine), Black 12000 (ultra-fine). - WHAT’S INCLUDED? 100g of premium quality soft compound polish and leather applicator. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B085F2BVGJ | | Best Sellers Rank | 164,626 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 273 in Polishing Accessories | | Brand | Bacher | | Compatible Material | Alloy Steel, Aluminium, Leather, Stainless Steel | | Country Of Origin | Poland | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 516 Reviews | | Grit Material Type | Aluminium Oxide | | Grit Number | 12000 | | Grit Type | Very Fine | | Grit material | Aluminium Oxide | | Grit number | 12000 | | Grit type | Very Fine | | Item Dimensions | 7.9 x 7.9 x 2.3 centimetres | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 7.9 x 7.9 x 2.3 centimetres | | Manufacturer | Bacher | | Manufacturer Part Number | 5907713351175 | | Material | Aluminium, Brass , High Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel | | Model Number | Stropping Compound (Very Fine) | | Number of Items | 1 | | Unit Count | 99.2233 gram | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bacher - **Grit material:** Aluminium Oxide - **Grit type:** Very Fine - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.9 x 7.9 x 2.3 centimetres - **Material:** Aluminium, Brass, High Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel ## Images ![Stropping Compound 100g - Very Fine - for Knife Sharpening and Polishing - Leather Strop Compound - Set Honing Paste with applicator - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PuIF-4sxL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great compound *by S***Y on 7 January 2026* Good stuff ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended honing compound *by Z***R on 23 October 2024* I have been using this, and Bacher's other honing compoundsfor over 12 months and this grade has been consistently excellent. Provided to me initially as a free-sample it has always produced excellent results. I hone my wood chisels after every use and this compound and its other associated grades have always and consistently produced excellent results. it comes in a handyy 100g tin and includes a small leather pad applicator. Highly recommended product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ if you need it buy it *by M***R on 28 October 2025* good product ## Frequently Bought Together - Bacher Stropping Compound 100g - Very Fine - for Knife Sharpening and Polishing - Leather Strop Compound - Set Honing Paste with applicator - Bacher Honing Compound 100g - Ultra Fine - for Polishing and Stropping Knife - Leather Strop Sharpening Compounds - Set with applicator - BACHER Premium Leather Strop with Polishing Compound Set, 2 Sided Knife Stropping Block for Sharpening and Honing Knives, Woodcarving Chisels Tools --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/212200173-stropping-compound-100g-very-fine-for-knife-sharpening-and-polishing](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/212200173-stropping-compound-100g-very-fine-for-knife-sharpening-and-polishing) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*