Sebenza rust resistance?

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So this might be kind of a wierd question but I love my sebenza, I bring it with me everywhere. Everywhere except where I think I might end up being in contact with a lot of water, such as a fishing boat or swimming. I really want to bring it with me there too but I'm worried about my blade getting rust. Does anyone use their sebenza for such activities, would it be ok to bring in these situations?
 
Salt water is pretty bad stuff, but the sebenza is a pretty good stainless steel. But even with stainless steel knives its a good idea to make sure always rinse them off with tap water after exposing it to a salt water environment.
 
Shouldn't be a problem as long as you wash it (fresh water or soap and water) after as soon as possible. Make sure you dry it off well.

One of the cool things about them. . .how easy they are to take down, clean, lube, and put back together.

I've had mine in saltwater many times and never a problem.
 
Yes what the gentlemen above said.

I live near the ocean and often go to the beach, it's not exactly the same situation, but I've noticed that S30V is pretty good at corrosion resistance, especially high polished and stone washed blades.
 
Well I haven't used mine that way yet. That's only because it's cold here still and I'm not going near water until Spring. :)
Well we know the Ti handles can handle it. I haven't heard anything about the steels used being especially prone to rust. And since it's easy enough to take apart to clean and oil, I doubt it would have any issues.

I have knives specific for water environments so I probably still won't carry a Sebbie boating but I don't think it would have any problems. I might steer away from salt water but that's just my own paranoia. I have H1 blades for that kind of thing. :D
 
S30v is fairly good at being rust resistant but salt water can do a number
on most any steel. The great thing about a sebenza though is how easy it
is to maintain and break down. It takes me all of ten minutes to break down
my knife, srucb with soap water, dry, lube then put back together.
 
I have used my Sebenza quite extensively in and around saltwater. I have yet to see a spec of rust on the blade.
 
S30V is pretty rust resistance, but it is definitely not rust proof. I've had S30V rust on me, even stonewashed S30V. But that was while I was on the coast.

You should be okay if you keep your eye on the blade and keep it rinsed off. If you know you are about to go into a salty environment I'd recommend giving the blade a wipe down with some Tuf-Cloth. It will give it a layer of protection without leaving any residue.
 
Before you take it to the ocean, I always clean and put a thin coat of gun oil on the blade, the titanium will not rust, but after just do a cleaning.
 
I carry and use a sebbie in fire scene fairly often, and their rust resistance is excellent both the Bg-42 and the S30V variety:D I wipe down with oil occasionally and lube the pivot. No problems whatsoever.
 
It seems when they are brand new they will get a spot or two of bright orange rust. It wipes right off. The more you use them the less often it shows up. In fact I would say after a few months (maybe less) it won't corrode anymore.

None of my knives have any damage or pitting on them. I think it is possible the stone washed blades get smoother with use and that reduces the surface area and places for rust to form. Polished blades are easier to maintain than satin ones. CRK's stone wash finish seems to be a good compromise.

If I have time I will wax my blades but generally I clean and lube them with whatever is handy. Generally that is Mobil1 sometimes I use a light Lucas oil or Marvel Mystery Oil.

I carry a Sebenza every day and I am in some very nasty environments. Salt Water, Chemicals, low concentrations of H2S, lots of different hydrocarbons.

The Sebenza's materials and the ease of keeping it clean really help it's longevity. I have never worn one out or had one show significant wear. The G10 scaled knives I used to carry degrade seriously in a short amount of time. Not to the point where they are not usable but bad enough they look pretty bad.

The Sebenza will take a lot of abuse and coming out looking brand new. In my eyes they are a good value considering the durability they offer.
 
+1 for all comments. It's essentially impervious to rust from normal use around the coast here. Give it a rinse under freshwater that evening and give an occasional cleaning and it will be fine. Mine's lasted through five years of rough use and it's in great shape minus the scratches all over.

Your biggest risk will be accidentally dropping it from the boat! Don't forget a long lanyard. :)
 
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