Satin/Silicone

richstag · Mar 19, 2010

What do you use to keep your INFI nice? For a long time I would just was them off with soap and water. Then I used CLP and that works but it is thick and messy. I was using acetone to remove buffing compound after sharpening and that is nice. I have found that I want some type of oil on my blades when they are not in use though. I tried this bottle of Silicone and it sprays on quick and even. Wipe it down and you can't really tell there is oil but it looks and feels much better. Of course I have used WD

So, if any, what oil/polish/wax do you use to preserve your blades while in storage? I know INFI is not prone to rust but either way I feel better this way.

Here are a few pics of the Silicone along with some of my Satin Infi coated with it. The pics do not do it justice AT ALL

They look STUNNING

Works well on DC also:

Sorry for the boring topic

Just curious if anyone has found anything better

Lycosa · Mar 19, 2010

coo.

You need a gurlfriend. :yawn:

richstag · Mar 19, 2010

I have too many gf's! I need a vacation

Buck_110 · Mar 19, 2010

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blakem · Mar 19, 2010

I've used nail polish remover to get really nasty sap off some uncoated blades, but all mine are users so finish usually doesn't get much attention.

richstag · Mar 19, 2010

Thanks Buck 110, I will check it out.

richstag · Mar 19, 2010

Blake, thanks, I am talking users also, just for when they are not being used.

Jaxx · Mar 19, 2010

What I use...

Kanetsune tsubaki (Camellia) oil on blades both for use & storage. It's food safe and cleans off easily. Mineral oil is my second choice.

Mothers mag & aluminum polish for stain/oxidation/minor rust removal and polishing satin blades (DO NOT use on doublecut/beadblasted finishes).

Before Mothers:

After a quick 5 minute application. Another application will remove what little traces remain, but I was in a hurry that day. (and this side was worse!):

...Reminds me that I forgot to finish up this knife

EDIT: Done! Looks like new all over again.

Any nail polish remover for stubborn sap and the occasional spot of glue. Use caution applying near natural material. Does not seem to affect canvas/linen micarta or G-10 in small doses.

Renaissance Wax for protection on most natural material handles.

richstag · Mar 19, 2010

Thanks Jaxx!