Proper way to clean new folder?

[DavezFever]

Hey guys just got a Benchmade Griptilian in D2 steel from Cabelas. Im new to knives and this is my first folder for edc that i want to keep in good condition and rust free. Whats the proper way to clean these knives?

 

[sixstrings101]

hot soapy water and try and blow out as much water as you can..if you have an air comressor that would be ideal..those knives can take a beating..very good selection:thumbup:

 

[johnwaynesandw]

Does D2 get a patina like good ol carbon blades? I have not tried any of my knives in D2 yet.


BM are great knives and they stand behind them 100%. Hope you enjoy your new knife.


John

 

[sierra11b]

I know my Queen D2s are prone to corrosion. I have occasional black spots appear on the blade. Seems like it can happen in the matter of a few days of carry sometimes. All I do is take some very fine grit (think 10000) jewelers paper to the blade and/or metal polish.

As an owner of a couple japanese swords I need to keep those blades rust-free. I bought a nice size bottle of pharmaceutical grade mineral oil for the swords and use that for my slipjoints as well. Works great and isn't harmful if consumed. I also use the same mineral oil for my natural handle material by rubbing them with a small amount every so often.

A good food or pharmaceutical grade mineral oil will do the job. Stay away from baby oil as they usually have perfumes.

 

[sixstrings101]

yea actually now that i think about it i think my mini grip is in 154cm. i punish it at work. its come in contact with some rather nasty chemicals but with a quick wash the blades as good as new..putting some mineral oil or remoil on it after washing wouldnt hurt it