Titanium and rust protection

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I've got a folder with a cpm 3v blade and titanium scales...
Due to the cpm 3v steel, rust protection is important, but I've heard, that titanium can be damaged from clorine.
I'm considdering Eezox, Breakfree CLP or Breakfree. Breakfree comes in different versions (CLP, CO, LP), but I can only find information on LP saying it's safe to use on titanium.

What are your impressions and experiences?
 
Any oil you chose will be just fine on Titanium. You are over thinking it.
 
All of the products you've listed are great for corrosion protection. Particularly Eeezox seems to hold up excellent as a dry rust inhibitor and while some have mentioned the chlorinated additives in the forumula, it has been stated that it is in such low amounts that it won't be detrimental to the steel or titanium.

You don't need to drench the knife in the oils, just a light wipe will go a long way.
 
The chlorine and Titanium risk, per my understanding, has to do with the use of chlorinated cutting lubricants DURING MACHINING OR TAPPING of Ti. Even then proper cleaning of the material after machining is reported to eliminate the problems that can be caused.
 
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