CPM 15V question

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Steelerfan736

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Hello, I recently acquired one of the Spyderco BBB sprints in 15V. I’ve carried Spyderco for years and own many, but this is my first venture into any type of tool steel. I imagine this has been asked and answered before, but I’ve not been able to find it. As far as usage, care, storage, etc for tool steel, and particularly this steel, will I be ok using this knife for food prep (ie slicing a tomato, etc)? How rust prone is this particular steel? I’m perfectly fine with a patina developing, I just don’t want to severely rust and/or pit my blade. I rubbed a couple drops of non toxic oil onto the blade when I got it. Is this sufficient? How frequently do I need to oil/ maintain this steel? And what needs done as far as long term storage. Thank you.
 
Steelerfan736 said:
Hello, I recently acquired one of the Spyderco BBB sprints in 15V. I’ve carried Spyderco for years and own many, but this is my first venture into any type of tool steel. I imagine this has been asked and answered before, but I’ve not been able to find it. As far as usage, care, storage, etc for tool steel, and particularly this steel, will I be ok using this knife for food prep (ie slicing a tomato, etc)? How rust prone is this particular steel? I’m perfectly fine with a patina developing, I just don’t want to severely rust and/or pit my blade. I rubbed a couple drops of non toxic oil onto the blade when I got it. Is this sufficient? How frequently do I need to oil/ maintain this steel? And what needs done as far as long term storage. Thank you.
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If it was me, I would send that question to Spyderco in an email. They known and can best instruct you. I too have the 15v, nice and sharp!
 
Steelerfan736 said:
Hello, I recently acquired one of the Spyderco BBB sprints in 15V. I’ve carried Spyderco for years and own many, but this is my first venture into any type of tool steel. I imagine this has been asked and answered before, but I’ve not been able to find it. As far as usage, care, storage, etc for tool steel, and particularly this steel, will I be ok using this knife for food prep (ie slicing a tomato, etc)? How rust prone is this particular steel? I’m perfectly fine with a patina developing, I just don’t want to severely rust and/or pit my blade. I rubbed a couple drops of non toxic oil onto the blade when I got it. Is this sufficient? How frequently do I need to oil/ maintain this steel? And what needs done as far as long term storage. Thank you.
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Steelerfan736 said:
Hello, I recently acquired one of the Spyderco BBB sprints in 15V. I’ve carried Spyderco for years and own many, but this is my first venture into any type of tool steel. I imagine this has been asked and answered before, but I’ve not been able to find it. As far as usage, care, storage, etc for tool steel, and particularly this steel, will I be ok using this knife for food prep (ie slicing a tomato, etc)? How rust prone is this particular steel? I’m perfectly fine with a patina developing, I just don’t want to severely rust and/or pit my blade. I rubbed a couple drops of non toxic oil onto the blade when I got it. Is this sufficient? How frequently do I need to oil/ maintain this steel? And what needs done as far as long term storage. Thank you.
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It is way less corrosion-prone than regular carbon steel. Kitchen use is not a problem (there are many kitchen knives in simple carbon steel). If you are using it frequently, clean and dry is key and should suffice. If you are not using frequently, add a little camellia oil. For long term, I am not sure. I would probably clean, dry, oil, and store with a desiccant pack.
 
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It is way less corrosion-prone than regular carbon steel. Kitchen use is not a problem (there are many kitchen knives in simple carbon steel). If you are using it frequently, clean and dry is key and should suffice. If you are not using frequently, add a little camellia oil. For long term, I am not sure. I would probably clean, dry, oil, and store with a desiccant pack.
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Very helpful thank you!
 
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