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Hello Knife Nuts,
You all were very patient with me on my slip joint conundrum so I'm once again going to put it to the test.
Now, I know carbon steel blades have survived for generations. I get that. But, are they fussy?
I like to use my knives not fret over them. It might be that I slice an orange in half and the best the blade gets at the time is a swipe across the front of my paint leg.
I realize they aren't going to rust before my eyes under normal circumstances but I'm just not sure how sensitive they really are. I also understand my environment, usage, etc. is a factor so just asking an "in general" type question. I also understand the patina process. Do you oil them often?
GEC has some gorgeous offerings but I've been reluctant based on the 1095.
Once I again I ask, am I just being stupid?
Thanks in advance.
You all were very patient with me on my slip joint conundrum so I'm once again going to put it to the test.

Now, I know carbon steel blades have survived for generations. I get that. But, are they fussy?
I like to use my knives not fret over them. It might be that I slice an orange in half and the best the blade gets at the time is a swipe across the front of my paint leg.
I realize they aren't going to rust before my eyes under normal circumstances but I'm just not sure how sensitive they really are. I also understand my environment, usage, etc. is a factor so just asking an "in general" type question. I also understand the patina process. Do you oil them often?
GEC has some gorgeous offerings but I've been reluctant based on the 1095.
Once I again I ask, am I just being stupid?
Thanks in advance.
