$7 worth of rust and history...

[glocker199]

Just bought this old Collins WWII machete for $7 at a junk store.

She needs some TLC but it looks to be all surface rust with no major pitting.

Any suggestions on where to start?

 

[gredpe3]

I wouldnt think you should have any problem getting double your money's worth in fun out of that one.Clean it up and sharpen it.
Eddie

 

[GIRLYmann]

i m assuming that it's in a used condition?
that being the case,
you would be amazed how those rust spots would clear up with some actual use...

 

[Cosmo7809]

Nice find. Be sure to post some after pics once its all cleaned up.

 

[Faiaoga]

That is certainly worth more than $7, even its current condition and without a sheath.

 

[wvryn]

70% isopropyl alcohol and 800 grit sandpaper. I just picked up an old Vietnam era Kabar from my local antique store, and removed all the rust, dirt, grime. etc with this, as well as polish the blade up.

 

[Will Batayte]

Spray some rem oil on and let it sit. A lot will come off with just that. If it needs more I usually scotchbrite it then buff for a few seconds on a wheel just to smooth everything over and protect a bit.

 

[NathanJ]

$7? Bargain! Really nice find, I'd take it out and use it, that will take out some of the rust