what does this do? will it protect a blade form rusting?
169221
If your blade is clean and rust free to begin with it will help protect it. Don't use the blade to cut food items.
169222
It is a high quality lubricating oil. It will protect a blade from rusting. I have also used it for firearms and fishing gear.
1890151
Well, any knife will have issues with moisture. Of course the only part you would need to worry about rusting, would be the blade. If you strip the coating off the knife as many people have done, then you have more areas to worry about. Keep the knife oiled and dry when possible and it will serve you great.
1628750
I have owned this knife about one year...no rust. I live in the Rocky Mountains so low humidity. I also take proper care of all my knives. Over to you. Threemountaindogs
1016806
Hey, So To answer your question, I'm pretty sure it's a high carbon steel. Cause the blade has rusted a little bit at one time, And it keeps an edge for a long time, where as stainless steel blades are the opposite, stainless steel rusts and loses an edge quite fast.But I hope this helps you.
1082655
Carbon steel oxidizes much easier than "stainless" (there is no true stainless, just some more resistant than others). Carbon steel has many other great properties I won't get into here, but as has been said, a little oil (food grade like mineral oil is more appropriate of you will cut food, or it is a possibility) will help prevent overt rust. A forced patina (making the blade oxidize in a more limited and controlled way) is a way to actually further prevent rust. Exposure to various light acids for limited times helps, such as cutting citrus or soaking with vinegar.
373214
Yes you do! The blade is made of carbon steel and it will rust over time if it's not oiled. The amount of maintenance required depends on what you're doing with the sword. If you cut through plastic bottles filled with water or any type of fruit (especially citrus) you MUST clean, dry and oil the blade after. Any type of gun-oil will work, you don't need to hunt down any "special" oil, but just make sure not to over-oil the blade. One or two passes with an oiled rag should keep your blade rust-free for many years.
319511
Thank you for the question. Firstly I haven't owned this long enough to see rust (for sure, unless your living near the ocean) Secondly this is built like a tank, nothing at all like the "standard" EMT shears I have owned before. That being said just like any tool of quality, I take care of it... a touch of oil, should help in keeping any rust at bay for sure, again.... I have yet to see any show up at all.
196927
Tuf Glide is a lubricant and not a rust inhibitor so I dont this using this on your Kershaw will keep it from rusting.
1909872
Just wipe it down with a clean cloth rag. You will want to periodically clean the blade with choji oil which can be purchased through amazon or you could use wd40 which will prevent oxidation (rust) in more humid climates.
424332
I have never had a problem with rust, ever, and I put it in the dishwasher (supposedly a real No,No for knives or scissors). If you really do have a problem, I'd do what another respondent suggests about drying it right away and spraying with oil.
675182
Carbon blades do rust easily. You can prevent it by either maintaining oil on them. Something edible if you'll be cutting food. And by keeping them dry. Or you can put a petina on the metal. There are a ton of YouTube videos on this. I'd recommend Dave Canterburys video on the subject. It's quite easy to follow.
1166881
As with any machete I've owned, minimal rust prevention maintenance is required as long as you keep the blade clean and dry.
1768525
Carbon steel can rust, esp. the edge. Clean and dry after use and protect blade with Sentry Tuff cloth or any good rust protectant you like.
848488
I have had no problems with rusting, but as any metal exposed to the weather you should treat it as you do your weapon.
811844
You will have to remove this coating and then 'patina coat' the metal which is a process to chemically treat to prevent corrosion. If you do not treat the metal will rust. You can look this process up on YouTube... Also schrade has a excellent survival knife that is half the cost and same quality.. I have BK22; BK10; Schrade SCHF9
1493758
Unfortunately, it does not. I made myself a small stand. If I'm not going to use the razor for a while, I just make sure the blade is not in it. The handle itself will not rust.
1890150
You shouldn't be worried at all. The protective coating keeps blade from rusting. A good practice is to oil your knife after use every time. As a point I will add. I filleted 4 trout with my knife and put it back in the sheath. And after a day or so I remembered what I had done. Not a a speck of rust anywhere on the knife. Even the edge without coating. Hope this helps.