I've seen a lot of discussion on this forum about the best lube to use. I've been a Glock, Sig and S&W armorer for many years and have tried/tested about every lube out there. For your folders try the method I use. I first make sure all factory lube is removed. No need to disassemble, just rinse in alcohol, anything harsher may have an adverse affect on nylon/plastic spacers. When dry, heat the rear of the blade and pivot slightly with a hair dryer just to the point of the metal being slightly uncomfortable to the touch and apply a small drop of Millitec 1 to the inside of the liner on each side and allow it to run down to the pivot then work the blade 3 or 4 times. Let the knife cool completely and wipe off the excess. Take a bottle of Tetra Gun oil and shake it about 10 times longer than you think is necessary and then shake some more. Maybe 5 minutes (for future use, transfer it to a clear plastic bottle so you can see when it's completely mixed) Apply a drop to each side again, let it run down to the pivot and work the blade several times and wipe off excess. I've used this method to free up folders that were very stiff and had them open as smooth as glass. It's the first thing I do to any new knife I get. Benchmade dealers now carry Millitec 1 And Tetra Gun can be purchased at most well stocked gun shops.
No affiliations, your mileage may vary etc. etc.
Rich
No affiliations, your mileage may vary etc. etc.
Rich