Best rub on oil for high carbon steel?

ERINT

ERINT

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Picking up a D2 Kabar and a CS ODA soon and want to know what to rub on them to protect the exposed edge while the ride in thier sheaths in the outdoors.

Something I can purchase in a hardware store would be handy.

What say you all knowing knife knutts?:confused: :D
 
i like tuff glide or militech myself, prob not at a hardwear store though.

ya could put something like car wax on it for protection though, that would work.

other than that just use a good gun oil i guess.
 
I generally use mineral oil, probably not the best, but cheap and "food grade" if you use your knife to cut up game or as a camp kitchen knife. Doesn't harm wood or leather, either.
 
"spray pam works nice for me :)"


"I generally use mineral oil, probably not the best, but cheap and "food grade" if you use your knife to cut up game or as a camp kitchen knife. Doesn't harm wood or leather, either."

That's the kind of info I'm looking for!:eek: :D

Thanks guys. I'll pick up some of each tonite.
 
blgoode said:
spray pam works nice for me :)
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That's a great idea!!! Wonder how I managed to miss that one before? I'm getting me a can tomorrow!!!!
 
I researched a little more into mineral oil and some folks don't like to use it if it can seep into wood and leather, because it will penetrate and discolor it and can cause the leather to go "soft". I haven't had that problem with the leather, but I use it mainly on black khukri sheaths that are leather covered wood, so a little discoloration or softening wouldn't be noticeable.
 
Camillia oil are used on Japanese swords and guys with khukuri collections are using it as well. You can order online.
 
losangeles said:
Camillia oil are used on Japanese swords...
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Camellia oil is likewise edible and is considered a food ingredient in some oriental cuisine. As noted, it can easily be found online.
 
I often wipe it down with olive oil or cooking oil.
Everything eventually gets used for food prep :)
Tom
 
Any food grade oil may oxidize. This can leave a gunky thickened deposit on the blade or a rancid smell to your knife, sheath or handle. Just don't use too much. Mineral oil however will not oxidize. Any oil will discolor or soften leather not just mineral oil. Just don't use too much. Mineral oil is the one recommended in the past on the slip joint/traditional knives forum.
 
The absolute best lubricant I have found is an aerosol product called CorrosionX. It is a lubricant and penetrant that doesn't leave any sticky or gummy residue behind. I generally apply it by spraying a small amount on a soft cloth and then wiping down the Metal surface or spraying a small amount on items such as a pivot pins. I bought a couple antique Case autos that would only open about half way at best, with intentions of having them repaired. After giving them a shot of the CorrosionX and working it in they worked flawlessly. It has also proved to be an excellent long term storage product.
Rob Blanton
 
I prefer WD 40 for most work. It contains mineral oil. Gun oils will work fine-they contain mineral oil, too.
 
I use Balistol on most of mine since its food safe, that is when I think to oil them at all. I am fortunate to not live in a very humid climate and keep my knives clean and dry and haven't had any trouble with rust. I don't think I ever saw my grandfather ever oil a knife in my life.
 
hunter s thompson said:
I use Balistol on most of mine since its food safe, that is when I think to oil them at all. I am fortunate to not live in a very humid climate and keep my knives clean and dry and haven't had any trouble with rust. I don't think I ever saw my grandfather ever oil a knife in my life.
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Not sure where you heard that, but it appears to be incorrect. Via http://www.ballistol.com/faqs/

Is Ballistol non-toxic?

Ballistol does not contain ingredients considered hazardous by the FDA. It does not contain any ingredients which may be harmful for warm-blooded organisms, reptiles or aquatic organisms (if used as directed). If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING, ASPIRATION CAN OCCUR. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.


By food-safe you mean that you have to contact a physician if you swallow any? lol
 
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