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Again, the chemicals do not stay in the metal. The "blue" is oxidized metal.
Worrying about this is akin to worrying about the amount of mineral oil one puts on a knife blade to protect it. But I have seen people on this board question that practice, too.
Whatever floats your boat. I haven't blued any blades, but if I did I wouldn't worry about using the knife for food, personally.
I do agree with you about engraved blades, though. After the first few cuts it just starts looking ugly. OK for a safe queen, I guess.
-- Sam
Worrying about this is akin to worrying about the amount of mineral oil one puts on a knife blade to protect it. But I have seen people on this board question that practice, too.
Whatever floats your boat. I haven't blued any blades, but if I did I wouldn't worry about using the knife for food, personally.
I do agree with you about engraved blades, though. After the first few cuts it just starts looking ugly. OK for a safe queen, I guess.
-- Sam