rust

[Kyle_4]

Got some specks of light rust on a blade...not much but what should I be doing to get it off and keep it off?

 

[whetrock]

Steel wool, and oil (you ask 10 different people you'll get 10 different oils) Kroil is my choice, but 3 in 1 or WD40 will get the job done. Just oil the blade from time to time lightly, and especially after you cut moist things, like fruit, meat or vegetables.

 

[ceptor781]

Try pencil eraser.

 

[FearAgent]

I use a polishing cloth with coconut oil. Works wonders

 

[tatfiend]

Steel wool, and oil (you ask 10 different people you'll get 10 different oils) Kroil is my choice, but 3 in 1 or WD40 will get the job done. Just oil the blade from time to time lightly, and especially after you cut moist things, like fruit, meat or vegetables.

When oiling the blade to prevent rust use pure mineral oil, available at drug stores, or a edible vegetable oil such as olive oil. They are safely ingestible. If you use a oil like WD40, 3 in 1 or a specific rust preventative oil then clean the blade before cutting food. Most fruits and many vegetables are acidic and the knife needs cleaning and relubing after cutting such items.

 

[whetrock]

That's very true ^^^^, I didn't specify, that I use Kroil, for getting rust off, or cleaning pits, I use Ballistol for protecting the blade, and it's based off of mineral oil, but not food grade grade, and I don't cut food with my EDC knife very often, but if I have to it wouldn't kill me. Very valid points tatfiend. I need to start using pure mineral oil.