I am writing an essay on Otzi the iceman. Found with his body were 2 pieces of birch polypore (razor strop fungus). I am postulating possible uses for this. One is its antiseptic properties, but I was wondering if it would be possible to use it a strop for his copper axe. I assume so, but thought it might be a little to soft to retain a razor edge.
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?