Knife break in tips

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You might already know this, but I just started using this trick. When I get a new knife, especially axis locks and backlock Spydies, I disassemble, completely remove all lubrication, reassemble and carry for a day or two. After it feels fairly broken in, I take it apart, clean it and lubricate it lightly. It gives me the most perfect action I have ever experienced from any of the knives. It really allows an uninhibited break in. I also stopped polishing my washers. It makes it very smooth but it seems to be a slow heavy kind of smooth. I like my knives to swing freely, so I just rub them on paper to clean and very lightly polish. Any other ideas to help the break in stage, or to improve action overall?
 
Only improvement I can think of is not to take the knife apart again to lube it. Not necessary.

Also, some people like graphite over oil for lubrication. If you haven't tried it, you might find you prefer it.

I personally don't, but there's and
option for you.

Only other advice would be to enjoy using it while it breaks in. It's not like they don't work unless they're broken in, right? Lol.

Still plenty functional. A well worn knife has a sweet feel. But, like an old pair of Levi's, the best version of that feeling comes from owning and using them for ages. You can't shortcut character!

Just some ramblings.

Thx.
 
I usually don't disassemble a new knife.

I will run it under hot water to wash out any manufacturing residue. Blow dry with cannned air. I add some Tuf Glide and let it dry.

Then while watching TV I'll open and close the knife mindlessly for hours.

Seems to work.
 
Try Mineral Oil. It really changed the way my knives open and close. It doesn't take a lot and is inexpensive.
 
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