Best way to keep a knife SPOTLESS

[Maximumbob54]

Cosmoline doesn't care what blade steel or who made it. Cosmoline doesn't care about anything.

 

[FortyTwoBlades]

It does not matter
dry place, thin layer of oil and do not touch
blades do not lose weight for years
tested on sartorius laboratory scales

I was referring to the people who were saying "oh, just use it! What's the point of carrying a knife if you aren't using it?" -- I thought that was perfectly clear. He is using the daily carry piece and is looking for advice on how to best ensure that the one in long term storage stays spotless.

 

[eveled]

I did indeed misunderstand. My apologies.

For long storage oil may seep into the scales depending on what material they are. Wax might be best.

 

[norcalAF]

Maybe nothing, maybe something.

Tell us what the knife brand/model is and confirm the blade steel.

And the intended use of said knife

 

[SharpBits]

Look up Zerust vapor capsules and VPI poly bags. Replace every few years and you should never see corrosion.

 

[DPRMUSKETCUTTER]

I think the most recent responses have misunderstood the OP. By a "dupe" of a knife I believe he means a duplicate, as in a duplicate of his main carry knife as a backup, and he wants to keep it protected in storage. His main user IS being used and it's the duplicate in storage that he's trying to protect and preserve.

I think the most recent responses have misunderstood the OP. By a "dupe" of a knife I believe he means a duplicate, as in a duplicate of his main carry knife as a backup, and he wants to keep it protected in storage. His main user IS being used and it's the duplicate in storage that he's trying to protect and preserve.

Christ this right here everyone, this is exactly what you should read before you comment something about how i need to intentionally destroy my tools to "get over the fear of using it" the work i do ruins basically everything i use and live around and i really like the knife, i just want it in the best shape possible when its time to move onto it

 

[DPRMUSKETCUTTER]

Maybe nothing, maybe something.

Tell us what the knife brand/model is and confirm the blade steel.

D2 steel just meat and potatoes

 

[DPRMUSKETCUTTER]

Its hard for some to appreciate an old worn knife. But when you made it that way from normal use, there is nothing better.

All my knives are worn and trashed all i want is one knife that i know is safe and sound and spotless

 

[DPRMUSKETCUTTER]

If you don’t use it you will get old and die, then your children will sell it at your estate sale for $3.00. Use it!

Im 19 i dont have kids, nor an estate

 

[DPRMUSKETCUTTER]

Submerged in a coffee can of motor oil

Smartass, i do have an old 7.62 ammunition tin tho. Needs a new o ring to seal it properly. Maybe on a bed of tissue paper and some boveda packets?

 

[Danke42]

D2 steel just meat and potatoes

Something like Ren Wax or Boeshield should cover it.

 

[norcalAF]

Im 19 i dont have kids, nor an estate

Stick around here and you won't have enough money for either!

 

[RPZIP]

I see two approaches to this. The submerge in oil, coat in this that, dessicants in bags etc is a perceived one shot long term storage method.

There are a good number of rust preventers on the market. I like Boeshield T-9, Renaissance Wax and a few others. One consideration is the handle material - if it is not stable in petrochemical solvents, oils etc then wax is the way to go.

And none better than Renaissance Wax. Prep all important - clean with evaporating solvent that leaves no residue, handle with sterile cotton gloves and dry with hairdryer. Then apply the wax generously, using the hairdryer to melt it into every part of the knife in case of folders, working the pivots to ensure penetration. Allow to cool, and rub off excess with a clean cloth.

Another approach is to spray with any good anti corrosion spray and place in an airtight case with oxygen absorbers and dessicants. Then every three months take it out, wipe it down, respray, and replace oxygen absorber and dessicant. This might work best with a fixed blade with no pivot and slotted blade area etc to deal with.

 

[The Zieg]

I see two approaches to this. The submerge in oil, coat in this that, dessicants in bags etc is a perceived one shot long term storage method.

There are a good number of rust preventers on the market. I like Boeshield T-9, Renaissance Wax and a few others. One consideration is the handle material - if it is not stable in petrochemical solvents, oils etc then wax is the way to go.

And none better than Renaissance Wax. Prep all important - clean with evaporating solvent that leaves no residue, handle with sterile cotton gloves and dry with hairdryer. Then apply the wax generously, using the hairdryer to melt it into every part of the knife in case of folders, working the pivots to ensure penetration. Allow to cool, and rub offexcess with a clean cloth.

Another approach is to spray with any good anti corrosion spray and place in an airtight case with oxygen absorbers and dessicants. Then every three months take it out, wipe it down, respray, and replace oxygen absorber and dessicant. This might work best with a fixed blade with no pivot and slotted blade area etc to deal with.

This.

 

[RPZIP]

Something like Ren Wax or Boeshield should cover it.

Wow, I hadn't read your post when I posted mine.

 

[GrumpySoreOldBastard]

I keep a oil cloth in a freezer ziploc its handy to do a quick wipe down before putting the knife away.
convenience makes for more consent maintenance.

 

[jjg6319]

When i get a new knife i clean the blade with 90% alcohol. I then I coat the blade with Renaisance Wax. After that I also oil it with Break Free Collector oil. I am not sure it keeps them spotless but that is my process.

 

[Gottagofishn]

Im 19 i dont have kids, nor an estate

I was attempting to be humorous, and serious. Life changes as you age along with priorities. Unfortunately I didn’t have anything constructive to add and still don’t.
Good day sir and good luck preserving your treasure. (The beginnings of your estate!)