Everbrite vs. Renwax

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ElementalBreakdown

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There's only 3 threads on "Everbrite" & no threads comparing it to Renaissance Wax.

I'm curious why this isn't discussed more considering the popularity of anodized titanium, which is an abysmally delicate finish on knives (well, those that are carrying and using them daily)

Does either protect anodizing? I've never gotten even 2 years out of a fancy anodized finish like "entropic".

Do either of these products work? Renwax is almost 50% off on Amazon so I decided to grab some, but I'm concerned any coating on top of anodizing is going to cause light to reflect differently and defeat the purpose of brightly colored anodized patterns.

Experience with both, anyone?
 
Interested to see experiences. Wasn't even aware of said products.

The guys in Michigan have some programs that include unlimited refresh. Designed to keep EDC knives looking dapper. I've never had a turnaround longer than ten days, so it's quick and painless.

Just a possible alternative solution.
 
Yes, but it's a losing battle even if they paid shipping both ways and did the red ano for free, which ain't happening, who needs that headache?

Fancy anodized titanium and edc are mutually exclusive in the long term.

I suspect these products don't work or change the refracted light and color or the manufacturers would be using these products... But it doesn't hurt to ask.
 
I've got some RenWax but I only use it on highly polished blades to avoid leaving print marks on them.

But I've never used EverBrite, so I can't compare the 2.
 
You have never put it on timascus or anodized Ti?

I am getting the ren wax tomorrow so I will do a write up and pics, hopefully someone else will chime in about the other stuff and how these things affect the color on ano
 
No, renaissance wax won’t “protect” the finish as far as resisting scratches. Renaissance wax is a safe alternative to oiling carbon steel blades, Damascus or any other steel/hardware/finishes prone to rust. I use it on my CRK Damascus blade. I use it to protect wood and you can use it on leather. I don’t use it on my firearms that are blued because I have silicone on them and don’t want to do the wax lol.
 
ElementalBreakdown said:
You have never put it on timascus or anodized Ti?

I am getting the ren wax tomorrow so I will do a write up and pics, hopefully someone else will chime in about the other stuff and how these things affect the color on ano
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Don't have any timascus.

And I have never applied it to any anodized Ti because I don't think it's necessary & I don't want to change the appearance of the coating.

I have only a few knives in my collection (as opposed to the kitchen) which are susceptible to rusting but I store all of my knives where moisture is not an issue. So, perhaps I should but I've never used RenWax as a rust protector either.
 
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Fancy anodized titanium and edc are mutually exclusive in the long term.
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I believe the worn-in, kind of beat up look is called the "Fett Effect" by some.
If you carry, you're getting some wear and tear. Just a fact of life. If it's well built, normal wear and tear doesn't affect function, it's just cosmetic.
 
Isn't renwax more meant for long term storage? I have some swords on storage from a couple of years ago, the ones I cleaned before applying, are still rust free, but the ones I did a shoddy job got ''sealed'' with some kind of humidity and got rusted. Using it for daily use would be a bit futile since it will be gone the moment you start handing it.

Can't say I have heard of anything that protects anodizing, eventually it will get worn from the pocket grinder, either its a pouch, a casing or shell of sorts, or DLC/cerakote,
 
Ren. Wax is meant for long term storage, yes, but it's a durable finish. It'll wear, of course, but everywhere that isn't a wear point will remain protected, and the wear points will stay free of corrosion by virtue of being a wear point.
 
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