Curly Birchwood Worm Holes and Conditioning

[mikeawesome]

Hey guys, new to the forum here, I just purchased a Casstrom lock back folding knife for EDC and hunting. Was wanting some recommendations on a good oil to coat the wood with so it won't absorb moisture or other liquids from a deer.

Also the curly birch wood has knots in it which is to be expected, but some of the knots have small worm holes in them. Is this normal? Just how the wood normally is?

Thanks,

 

[Elgatodeacero]

Tried and True brand Danish oil is my favorite, non toxic and gives an excellent finish.

 

[mikeawesome]

Great, thanks. What about the worm holes in the knots? Normal for curly birch wood?