Miantence,cleaning and rust prevention for beckers

DKibb

DKibb

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Fellow knife nuts,

Dkibb here.

Ive been thinking alot about ways to keep my knives in top shape so they can perform for years,after all when im gone (and not a minute sooner) my collection of steel will go to my children and hopefully be continually passed forth to the nextblades has generations. my current process is simple yet effective,cleaning and maintaining my blades has become almost a ritual act for me,it not only leaves me proud and satisfied with the tasks i have performed with the tools i have but also a deep appreciation of the workmanship of my tools.

My routine is as follows,

  • Removing the scales

    soaking the hardware in warm soapy water

    giving the scales & blade a good wipe-down with warm soapy water

    shapening the cutting edge with my lansky's diamond rod then a few passes with the strop

    COMPLETELY dry all the parts

    spot checking for rust with wd40 and a medium wire brush

    a light coat of wd40 on the hardware

    a medium to heavy coat of wd40 to the entire blade and tang

    reasembly

This has worked well for me,i try to do it once a week for all of my blades or more often in the field when i have down time.
Im sure you all share the belief that you take care of your equipment it will return the favor.

So what are your knife care/maintenence/rust prevention rituals?
Is there anything i should change or try differnently?

Feed back is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

-Dkibb
 
How has WD40 worked out for you for long-term rust prevention? I've thought about doing it, but I usually use petroleum jelly if I'm going to store something for a long time.
 
it works well,the pores in the metal actually absorb it almost like gun parts absorb clp,which ive been thinking of using.i oil mine frequently because i use them so much so i try to stay away from heavier stuff like petroleum jelly,its just personal preference.
 
If there's a knife I use frequently, I just use some 3-In-1 oil. But if I know I won't touch something for a while, I just slather on some petroleum jelly.

Hm... I keep my BK2 in my car, maybe I'll give WD40 a go with it... worst comes to worst, it's already stripped so I can just sand of any rust.
 
I've been using Rem-Oil in the aerosol can both for cleaning and oiling of my Beckers. It's working out very well so far, I like it because it goes on very light and doesn't feel greasy.
 
I keep a clean rag that's been impregnated in mineral oil in a couple of plastic bags. When one of my carbon steel knives need to be oiled, I just bring out the rag and wipe it down. The mineral oil is food-safe, so if you want to prep or cut your dinner with it, you don't have to scrub the knife with detergent first.
 
I've been known to cerakote blades occasionally. But regular oiling and making sure they're dry is a good bet, as is forcing a patina. I usually use mineral oil or something that's non-toxic. I like to use my knives for food prep occasionally.
 
I was just thinking this, up until now I haven't heavily used my knives (a bunch of edc folders) But with my Beckers I feel like they need some extra love. So if it isn't going to touch food WD-40 works for cleaning and a quick oiling?
 
Dudepal said:
I was just thinking this, up until now I haven't heavily used my knives (a bunch of edc folders) But with my Beckers I feel like they need some extra love. So if it isn't going to touch food WD-40 works for cleaning and a quick oiling?
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wd40 is actually derived from fish oil,its non toxic so it wont kill you if you prep food but it probably tastes like crud.
 
actually i may have to recat the fishn oil statement,i cannot confirm it with a source,it was something someone told me.infact i looked at the can and it says to contact poison controll if injested,but that could just be a liability thing.i dont think anyone has ever died from it lol so i wouldnt worry too hard if you prep food with it.
 
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation, skin and eye contact.
ACUTE EFFECTS:
INGESTION: This product has low oral toxicity. Swallowing of the liquid contents may cause irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. The liquid contents are an aspiration hazard. If swallowed, can enter the lungs and may cause
chemical pneumonitis.
EYES: Contact may be mildly irritating to eyes. May cause redness and tearing.
SKIN: Prolonged and/or repeated contact may produce mild irritation and defatting with possible dermatitis.
INHALATION: High concentrations may cause nasal and respiratory irritation and central nervous system effects
such as headache, dizziness and nausea. May aggravate existing respiratory conditions such as asthma. Intentional
abuse may be harmful or fatal.
CHRONIC EFFECTS: None expected.

source http://www.wd40company.com/files/pdf/msds-wd447382569.pdf
 
Ballistol. Mineral oil based, and non-toxic. Is used in several bottling facilities. Smells a little funny, but works great. I use it on everything from my wooden gun stocks, to barrels, to all my knives.
 
wasatchan, I've been thinking about keeping some clean rags soaked in oil for a while now. I think it will be much cheaper than tuf glide which i am planning to buy this week. has anyone every used both? how do they compare? i plan to use my knives for food prep as well. nice thread btw!
 
Geektechnica said:
I've been using Rem-Oil in the aerosol can both for cleaning and oiling of my Beckers. It's working out very well so far, I like it because it goes on very light and doesn't feel greasy.
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Ditto. But more often I use the little Rem-Oil wipes. One wipe can take care of my shotgun (the outside), and all my knives. And I like the smell.

Good thread DK.
 
JES600 said:
Ditto. But more often I use the little Rem-Oil wipes. One wipe can take care of my shotgun (the outside), and all my knives. And I like the smell.

Good thread DK.
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Been thinking about getting a pack of those to keep in my daypack and my camping rucksack! Nice and easy to keep on hand when you need it.
 
If I'm not using my knives, I might go a year or longer without oiling my knives (assuming they were oiled prior to storage). I wouldn't take apart my knives either unless they had gotten in salt water or something, especially if they are coated blades. This is not to say what DKIBB is doing is too much, it's just that I don't want to put that much time into it. One reason I have Becker knives as opposed to a high dollar custom knife is so that I don't have to obsess over it.

As for the type of oil, I think any oil will do. WD40 works fine for me. Just whatever happens to be closest at the time.

The key is just to keep them oiled when using them and to oil them before storage.
 
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