Rust spot removal

[rbthum]

What's the best way to remove a rust spot, while doing minimum damage to a custom blade?

 

[Ilikesharpstuff]

I've always used a scotch brite pad.

 

[colubrid]

I use Flitz.

 

[Tostig]

I use Flitz.

Yeap.

 

[Jason B.]

Neverdull http://housewares.hardwarestore.com...dium=cpc&utm_term=never dull&utm_campaign=rkg

 

[Josh K]

Barkeepers Friend.

 

[rifon2]

Barkeepers Friend.

Barkeepers Friend is useful, but requires care in its application since it contains acid.

In the first instance, I'd personally use Flitz or Simichrome (and plenty of elbow grease, as needed).

If neither of those two does the trick, I'd then consider moving on to something slightly more aggressive.

 

[kvaughn]

pencil eraser

 

[supasuprab0b]

i have the same question, in regards to kershaws bb blades. they have developed rust specks, and mineral oil wont get them off this time. I would like my approahc to be food safe, because the majority of my cutting is food prep related.

 

[rifon2]

Use one of the methods recommended above, then wash the blade with a mild dishwashing detergent. Dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth immediately afterwards.
If the knife is a folder, you can use compressed air in the pivot area to be sure there's no moisture left at all.

 

[Obsessed with Edges]

Use one of the methods recommended above, then wash the blade with a mild dishwashing detergent. Dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth immediately afterwards.
If the knife is a folder, you can use compressed air in the pivot area to be sure there's no moisture left at all.

Same as above, and with regard to making sure the pivot is dry after you wash it, I've had very good results by washing in water that's almost hot to the touch (just so your hands can still tolerate the heat; for me that's up around 110 - 120 degrees F). The metal parts of the knife will warm up nicely, which will facilitate rapid evaporation of the moisture from inside the handle/liners/pivot areas. The knife dries very quickly this way. After it's dry, go ahead and lubricate the pivot as you normally would.

 

[Supmonkeyface]

I use Flitz.

True dat :thumbup:

 

[Marion David Poff]

Brass Brush and Kaboom tub and Tile.

Like a Glove.....


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[Jim L.]

i have the same question, in regards to kershaws bb blades. they have developed rust specks, and mineral oil wont get them off this time. I would like my approahc to be food safe, because the majority of my cutting is food prep related.

Tooth paste saturated into a piece of leather. Add elbow grease. Rinse. Repeat as necessary. Wash with HOT water (just hot enough to be uncomfortable). Rub with mineral oil. enjoy the patina.

Jim L.