Best way to remove Militec-1 from pivot?

KBR

KBR

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Earlier this week, I recieved a free sample of Militec to try out on my knives. After applying it to my work EDCs, I've come to find that Militec does not work for me. :( It does lube the pivot just fine, but also attracts dust particles(at least at my work) that cause a scratching/grinding sound on the pivot when I open it.

I think that I'll stick to Tuf-Glide for my needs, but how the heck can I get the Militec off my knives?!?!!? :confused: :grumpy: :mad:

TIA for any advice.
 
Spray solvent like Brake Cleaner or Degreaser will remove all traces of oil, then you can apply your dry lube. I use a quick-drying formula from Kano Labs that leaves a dry Teflon film. Kano also makes a similar lube that leaves a Moly film for more severe requirements. I also use a Remington dry lube aerosol product, too.

Take it easy,
Bob Scott
 
I run mine under hot water and use a toothbrush and some soap ! Works fine. I love militec ! Maybe you should give it another try after you clean it .
 
Don't misunderstand me, by any means, the Militec does lube the pivots just fine. However, in my line of work, it just seemed to attract dust like a magnet. :(
 
KBR,

for your knives' sakes, get a new job! You don't want the Department of Cutlery to get involved and take them away now do you? :)

I got my free sample a few weeks ago and I like it a lot! It even removed a touch of surface rust on a blade that I had. I may live in the praries, but the dust isn;t a problem for me, thank goodness! And thank Militec-1 too :) Nice that they sent a sampel way up here to Canada :)
 
For removing it, I'd just wash it off with Dawn dish soap. Just work it around until it breaks down and comes off.

If Militec doesn't work for you, you might try a dry lube like White Lightning. It is wax based and it cleans, seals, lubes and protects.
 
Now if you want something that'll attract grit, etc., to your knves, use White Lightning! The parafin suspention does lube, but leaves the wax goo there! Sounds like you used a "liberal" amount of Militec1 and had some puddles!

Hank:cool:
 
KBR, may I ask how much Militec you used? My experience with Militec is the less the better, as it is very slippery. You need no more than ONE drop. Then work it in after heating the area up with a hair dryer. Keep working the pivot until it's smooth and keep wiping up the film of extra militec. After lubing my Delica, the baby's so damn smooth - especially since it doesn't even have washers.
 
Blast the pivot thoroughly with Birchwood Casey Gunscrubber.

Militec-1 is best used sparingly, and you have to reapply and reheat a few times before the smoothness really comes out. I can't believe how smooth it made my AFCK. But if you want the cleanest application, take the knife apart and lightly lube the contact surfaces with Militec grease. Put it back together and be amazed! :D That's how my Buck/Mayo gets it done.
 
I'm going to order the grease. But logic says that grease attracts dirt.
 
Originally posted by spyken
I'm going to order the grease. But logic says that grease attracts dirt.
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Just make sure you only use a tiny amount. I've found that even 'dry' and wax-based lubricants attract some dirt. Heck, dirt will stick to a pefectly clean surface. Keep the grease in the pivot and do not let any ooze out. Clean it with compressed air and/or lint-free tissue and the grease will last for some time.
 
Militec wasn't satisfactory for me either. oh it's plenty slick, just got gritty in my carry and use too. I stick with Sentry solutions.

Dissasemble, clean, Tuf Cloth everything, reassemble, slip in some Tuf Glide to the pivot and work it in. Personal paradise.

Phil
 
Thanks for the replies, you guys.

First off,
Crayola, I wish that I could just quit this job and go back to what I used to do before, but I've got a truck payment that won't wait for me to get a new job. :grumpy: (I do make it a point to clean/oil my work EDCs every week due to the dusty work environment.)

Secondly,
spyken, I used only a couple of drops...one on each side of the pivot. I guess it may have been a little too much. As I mentioned, I've never used this stuff before so the hair dryer thing is news to me. I may give that a try to dry off the remainder of the Militec.

As for a dry lube, I have always used Tuf-Glide with no problems whatsoever, and will probably continue doing so.
 
Originally posted by Walking Man
What about using WD-40 to clean it out?
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I don't normally use degreaser (it really dries out the metal), but the best I've used is actually Park Tools bike chain degreaser:D ! just remember that after degreasing, you should let the part dry completely - overnight if possible, before reapplying a suitable lube.

Yes, tuf-glide is just as good, esp if you have the pinpoint applicator.
 
Mario, we've know each other a couple of years now so I know you won't take this the wrong way, but what COULD be happening buddy is that the Miltech is driving out grit and particles you didn't realize was even there.
I love the stuff, but try the advice of taking your knife apart if possible, check to make sure there is no residue from earlier used lubes.
I thought my knives were clean until all the gunk started coming to the top after using the Miltech for the 1st few times.
I can't explain the chemical reaction that happpens but it's NOT compatable with other lubes, such as Rem oil, 3-1 or a few others, seems to turn them all into black gritty looking gunk. Ron
 
Ron,
that may be what could be happening. By trade, I'm a sub-arc welder and use plenty of metal flux powder EVERYDAY at work. This flux is basically a metal powder that is very similar to sandblasting sand and this stuff seems to get into everything.:mad: :grumpy: :mad:

I've been carrying my SE Millie and Buck Ti 560, as my work EDCs, for a good while before I applied the Militec, so some of that flux must of gotten in there. Then again, it may have also attracted the flux since I didn't dry it with a hair dryer.

I will give Militec a try again, since the little sample bottle is still full, but just not right now. I'll be sure to dry it off the next time. :rolleyes:

Another thing, I really don't want to attempt to take apart my Millie or Buck, so I'll just probably leave the Militec on until it's time for the lube again.
 
If any of you guys don't want your Militec-1 oil, you can send it to me if you want.:D

Dann Fassnacht
708 North L Street Apt. 2
Aberdeen, WA 98520

I'm serious, as I LOVE the sample I received awhile back!.:).
 
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