| CARE: How to maintain your carbon steel knife? | |
| 1 | Oil: These are carbon steel blades and should be oiled periodically. I recommend Gibbs oil, but most oils will work such as machine oil, gun oil, Gibbs Oil, etc. Apply to the blade at least once a month and every time after use.For long term storage, I recommend either Flitz Gun and Knife wax or a Renaissance wax (museum wax) as it acts as a barrier between moisture and air. I have used BUSH BUTTER with good results. After testing several products, BUSH BUTTER has been found to be a good protector of steel. KNIFE CARE – BUSHBUTTER AND SHEEPSKIN free shipping in USA – Knives by Hand |
| 2 | Cleaning: Use Fine Grit Steel Wool to clean the knife off after use fine OOO steel wool can be found in most paint sections of stores (Paint section of Walmart, etc). Scrub the blade with fine grit steel woo then wipe down with oil and clean cloth. Wipe off any fingerprints. White Rouge polish or metal polish such as flitz may also be used. I prefer Flitz polishing cream. I have used Flitz polishing cream in conjuction with 2500 grit sandpaper. |
| 3 | Sharpen: Both sides of the blunt chakmak can sharpen the blade. However, a sharpening stone is recommended for better and faster result. I have found this You Tube video to be short and to the point. I use a ceramic Rod. For Bug out bag, I recommend carrying a small hard file for use in the field for sharpening knives, use as a fire striker, notching wood, etc. |
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