How to clean up an old knife

[Blakebladez]

Hey everyone! I am pretty new to knife collecting(i have maybe 15 knive) and my dad just gave me a few old knives that he found in our shop. The two that im asking about is an old case hawkbill from 1970 and a craftsman fixed blade knife from the late 70's. The blades on these knives are actually in pretty good condition, but they do have a little bit of rust on them, and the hawkbill blade is really dull and the edge is dinged up. How can i properly care for these knives without harming there value, im not looking to sell them, just want to take care of them properly.

Thanks

 

[Bill DeShivs]

You won't hurt them by scrubbing the blades with 0000 steel wool-dry.
Then, oil them up, sharpen them, and use them!

 

[TravisH]

Probably the only real 'value' they have is 'sentimental'. 😉

Do as Bill has recommended and enjoy them.

 

[Blakebladez]

Thank you!