My first Fiddbleback has arrived!

Fiddleback said:
The Bloodwood is not stabilized. That means it won't get slippery when its bloody or wet, and it is not 'heavy'. It also means you'll have to maintain it with some mineral oil. Bloodwood is one of my favorites.
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How about box elder burl and buckeye burl? Are they stabilized?
 
MajorD said:
Excellent choice! Welcome to a great group of people.

Take some advice from an old veteran addict here. Always set aside some Fiddleback money so when that next one comes along you can be ready. I learned the hard way. I've sold the family pets (the dog twice), the wife's jewelry and even secretly took back some Christmas presents to buy Fiddlebacks. For some reason it seems like I'm always having to "explain" myself here at home..... :D :D

Welcome GREENHOP!!
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Thanks for the tip, MajorD
 
I periodically apply a coating of mineral oil on all of my un-stabilized handles. I let it sit overnight then I wipe it off and work any remaining residue into the handle with my hand. If I store my knives for an extended period I also apply a light coat of mineral oil to the blade.

(this was intended to be a quote post GRENHOP for your question regarding mineral oil)
 
MajorD said:
I periodically apply a coating of mineral oil on all of my un-stabilized handles. I let it sit overnight then I wipe it off and work any remaining residue into the handle with my hand. If I store my knives for an extended period I also apply a light coat of mineral oil to the blade.

(this was intended to be a quote post GRENHOP for your question regarding mineral oil)
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Sweet! Just the answer I was looking for. Thanks again, MajorD.
 
NICE! Never would have known that this thread existed. Man, that's a lot of info. Thanks xxwjtxx for making the thread and thanks MajorD for introducing me to it.
 
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