if the oil goes rancid you have just added poison damage, its a win win
@polarknight5376
Жыл бұрын
Actually rancid oil is perfectly safe. Technically it's even edible as long as theres no actual mold growing in or on it, it just smells and tastes bad. It may make you a bit nauseous if you eat it, but that would mostly be psychosomatic. Same as eating any food you find distasteful.
@tonnywildweasel8138
3 жыл бұрын
"Baby oil, made from the finest babies of course." LMAO there flew the coffee ;-)
@mediocrewolfsif
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I wasn't expecting that, actually laughed.
@ngiorgos
3 жыл бұрын
Lol, this reminded me of a pun, but it only works in my mother tongue If you mispronounce "vegetable oil" it sounds like you said "college-student's oil". Why yes! Just squeeze the oil out of college students! XD
@charlescox290
3 жыл бұрын
I'm boycotting baby oil. I oppose the use of babies to make oil. If we can't kill baby seals for fur coats then we can't squeeze babies for thier oil. 😇
@ndld4955
3 жыл бұрын
Mm Johnson's Baby oil never explained why these "no more tears" ..?🤔 Now we know...😌 NO MORE BABY = NO MORE TEARS No 👶 = No 😭 😌👍
@charlescox290
3 жыл бұрын
@@ndld4955 I don't know, cows can be squeezed to get milk without killing them. Maybe babies can be squeezed to get oil. Still, I don't like this cruelty to infants. 😋
@ngiorgos
3 жыл бұрын
In my experience (mainly cooking), the green side of the sponge can damage the edge, even when I'm just rubbing the flat side. So, I avoid it if I can, or I just re-sharpen the blade later. I like the idea of starting with mild abraisives and progressing to more agressive ones only if you need them. It minimizes the wear on the blade. Thanks for the video! Edit: typo
@Xaiff
3 жыл бұрын
baby oil made from the finest selection of babies. now I understand why some may get so pricey
@needude7218
3 жыл бұрын
They recoup some of the production costs by grinding down the leftovers to sell as baby powder
@StreakedSilver
3 жыл бұрын
What? Watching Skall polish his sword NOT on Onlyfans? *gasp(
@omariscovoador7486
3 жыл бұрын
Finally a video useful for me after i make my blade dirty with the blood of my enemies! *battlecry* My enemies being mostly water jugs in my backyard
@AnotherDuck
3 жыл бұрын
They seem to invade a lot of backyards. Good on you for keeping their numbers down!
@brettanomyces7077
3 жыл бұрын
I can watch sword cleaning videos all day. Extra points for sword restoration. I wish their were more.
@spock_elvis
3 ай бұрын
Me too, often while cleaning my own sword.
@chaos_omega
3 жыл бұрын
For anyone who thinks Skall made a tasteless dead baby joke, I know he's better than that... There's no need to kill them, you can just harvest the sebum from their skin.
@generalbyzantine8735
3 жыл бұрын
If you want to use wax make sure it is not acidic. As far as I can tell Renaissance wax is pH neutral.
@markfergerson2145
3 жыл бұрын
How about waxes like Sno-Seal intended for leather and tent seams? It's mostly beeswax.
@graysonofthewood3747
3 жыл бұрын
This is exactly the video I needed! Recently got a sharp for cutting and a feder for HEMA and have been wondering how to maintain. Thanks Skall! Can’t wait to watch this evening :)
@scottmacgregor3444
3 жыл бұрын
If your swords are the sort of nut construction that can be taken apart, every one in a while do that and check the tang. Any moisture that gets under the grips is sort of trapped, and the tang can rust pretty good. Not something that is usually a big problem with a feder you're going to beat up over a few years, but your sharp it might matter.
@graysonofthewood3747
3 жыл бұрын
@@scottmacgregor3444 both of mine are peened but I will absolutely remember this if I get a threaded one in the future. Good to know, thanks!
@someguy3861
3 жыл бұрын
Baby oil is just mineral oil with fragrance. One family size bottle will last longer than you will ever realistically need. Mineral oil, however, is not very good for leather in particular.
@spook407
3 жыл бұрын
what, it's not made from babies?
@someguy3861
3 жыл бұрын
@@spook407 babies have minerals, don't they?
@FirstLast-wk3kc
3 жыл бұрын
I want a vid about how did ancient people (medieval, ancient.. whoever you please) maintain their blades? When there where not any baby oil for blades (love the irony), or leather conditioners and etc. What did they do and what did they use and how did they make their usages?
@Konranjyoutai
3 жыл бұрын
They polished the blades with the blood of their enemies.
@FirstLast-wk3kc
3 жыл бұрын
@@Konranjyoutai ironic joke due to the corrosion.
@Konranjyoutai
3 жыл бұрын
@@FirstLast-wk3kc Why do you think all old blades are in such bad shape? xD
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
It's very difficult to find records for something so mundane. I think, they used that what was available: olive oil, tallow, bees wax or even some lard if nothing else was available to prevent rust. The simplest way to reduce rusting on blades and armour was polishing them to almost mirror-finish. Look at the painting "Sibbechai and Benaja" by Konrad Witz from the 15th cent! I always cringe so hard when I see knights and soldiers in dull armour in historic movies! Blades were sharpened anyway from time to time. Other methods to prevent iron parts from rusting was to tin them, or if you had the money to silver-plate or guild them. Leather was maintained with dubbin, a mixture from bees wax, fat and resins. Keep in mind, besides some coronation- or treasure-swords, bladed weapons were tools back then. When they were worn off from too much sharpening and polishing or seized up with rust in their scabbards they were discarded, refurbished or replaced.
@FirstLast-wk3kc
3 жыл бұрын
@@stefanfranke5651 wow, about a half of what you told me I didn't know, thanks!
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
I found the smell of ballistol fades very quickly. Basically completely gone in minutes. As for the do not breath, I'm pretty sure that's just because of the cyclohexane and propane propellant. None if the actual compounds that do the work are toxic in any way, so if you have the liquid form then I would think it is fine to use anywhere
@ilhanthediamondcrafter9767
3 жыл бұрын
As long as its concentration are not too high then yeah it's not toxic. But if given a high concentration of it then it will be toxic. Just be careful while using it.
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
@@ilhanthediamondcrafter9767 I've read the MSDS for it. I don't believe they observed any toxicity to it even when they force fed rats as much as they could. Granted, that's not in the lungs and not on humans, but I think it's more likely that any toxicity would be from having foreign material in the lungs rather than anything inherently toxic about the compounds. Sort of like how pure nitrogen gas can kill you by displacing oxygen. Of course everything is toxic if you have too much or it goes in the wrong place. But in the case of ballistol it seems safe to ingest... Not that I'm sure why you would want to with its scent Edit: MSDS is Material Safety Data Sheet. Just in case someone didn't know what I was referring to
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
It also comes in a "scent-free" version, but since its main ingredient is paraffin oil (highly refined mineral oil) you can just use baby oil. Much cheaper and does the same. Also, every oily substance inhaled as an aerosol isn't so good for your lungs. Also consider when using WD40!
@ilhanthediamondcrafter9767
3 жыл бұрын
@@flightlesschicken7769 Exactly. I agree. I just want to say to be careful;)
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
@@stefanfranke5651 It's more than mineral oil. There are a few other compounds in it where the some of the other effects comes from. For example, it neutralizes acids that chew right through the metal Edit: honestly the neutralizing of acids is a pretty important. Even if the oil starts to oxidize and become acidic, the basic compounds will protect the metal
@howHumam
3 жыл бұрын
Lifts-Her-Tail could really use this informative video, she did not seem confident about polishing that spear...
@AteshSeruhn
3 жыл бұрын
Only the finest of babies have been used in this oil... My kind of humour.
@xirensixseo
3 жыл бұрын
if i get baby oil, which species of babies am i looking for? do i want oil made from the great Danish babies of the world? or will Asian assorted work?
@Muscaplays
3 жыл бұрын
European Babies for European Swords, Asian babies for asian swords. I think that's common sense.
@rollastoney
3 жыл бұрын
Ballistol is all I use for my knives and firearms. Pls use it outside lol
@thesexybatman263
3 жыл бұрын
First picture was so edgy that it cut me deeper than any properly mantained blade could.
@foxymoronvideos3270
3 жыл бұрын
Flitz polish is really good. I like using that, particularly on my dirtier project swords. It's also a good example of something that you only need to use a very small amount of. It can be pretty deceptive at times, how little you actually need of Flitz polish to do the job you want it to. I've also got Rennaisance Wax and Hanwei sword oil for rust prevention. I try to keep sword maintenance somewhat regular, but I've got quite a few different blades and some are stored more awkwardly than others, making them a little bit difficult to get to. If I ever move house (could do with a lottery win like you would not believe) I'd like to dedicate one whole room to storing my various weapons and keeping them easy to access, so that I can actually keep them in good condition.
@andrejara4054
3 жыл бұрын
I lost it at: "To maintain your wood, and keep it nice and moist"
@ac0064
3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@QuentinStephens
3 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the follow-up on scabbards and sheathes.
@charlescox290
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, you and Shogo both posting blade cleaning videos on the same day? That's a coincidence.
@emanfood6934
3 жыл бұрын
To maintain ur wood and keep it nice and M()!$t
@CharinVZain
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Skall, I heard you can also cause wear and damage if you go overboard with maintenance as well, is this true? How would that manifest?
@devinm.6149
3 жыл бұрын
Seeing as polishing and sharpening both remove metal, overdoing it will harm the blade.
@ScottKenny1978
3 жыл бұрын
Example: a katana will eventually get "tired" after many, many polishings as you wear off the hardened steel skin and expose the soft core steel. My first real katana did get tired as I was chasing rust spots off of it.
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
I think that's mainly a problem for very fine pieces or ornate antiques, where you may damage or rub off fine inlays and gold-plating. Would also be cautious with chemicals. Vinegar acid works wonders on my cheap steel kitchen knives but I would be reluctant to use it on a expensive sword. Best way to deal with rust is don't let it rust. :)
@s_crylly7751
3 жыл бұрын
Raw, usable, information from an experienced source. Thank you kindly.
@xandervampire195
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Skall! One of my warhammers was starting to get a bit of rust on the steel part and I thought it was a goner. Then I bought that same Flitz set after watching this video and the polish worked a treat. You can still tell that there was some corrosion damage if you look very closely but the rust is completely gone after only a couple of minutes. I didn't even know such stuff existed but it's really fantastic! Thank you for saving my warhammer (and one of my daggers which I'll be doing next). You are an absolute legend!
@ausnahmenwerfer5570
2 жыл бұрын
Ballistol rules. If you don't like the smell, use Ballistol H1. It's a little bit more expensive, but smells of nothing.
@flitz
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Flitz love Skall! We really appreciate it!! 👍👍👀
@stayic3119
3 жыл бұрын
I like how I was looking this up yesterday and now pow the best guy puts up a video about it
@stevedevice1866
3 жыл бұрын
I've spent a day removing stains from a sword left in olive oil. Don't. Just don't.
@petras8385
3 жыл бұрын
Maintain your wood... okay
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
You really need to maintain your wood with a good decking oil _To be read in a New Zealand accent_ Edit: formating
@lieutenantcoloneltanyavond8273
3 жыл бұрын
I once had a roommate who, for some reason, didn't mind the smell of Ballistol. Strange guy... But at least I got to clean my guns without regard for him. Lucky me. And yeah, gotta love Ballistol for its versatility. Works for anything, from leather to back powder guns.
@BeetleBuns
3 жыл бұрын
I use Hoppe's no. 9 solvent for cleaning, doesn't smell half bad. Then lube with LubriSilk, which has almost no smell. Good combo for apartments, so long as you don't accidentally tip the entire solvent bottle onto the carpet
@Atzay
3 жыл бұрын
This is of absolutely no use to me as I don't need to maintain anything of this kind, but it still was extremely interesting and relaxing to watch! I really enjoy your videos on these more practical and I guess "mundane" topics. Keep up the great work Skall! :)
@Skallagrim
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jackcorcoran4053
3 жыл бұрын
Love seeing another video by you. It is what got me into blades
@Fozzedout
3 жыл бұрын
Quality video of you polishing your sword... 😏
@andreassamoreno4252
3 жыл бұрын
A thing that I've allways wanna ask. Does vegetal oil work?
@justinjohnson4920
3 жыл бұрын
Could you possibly do more videos about this subject please?
@TheDraco877
3 жыл бұрын
I'm sure there are some that would like to watch you polish your sword.
@fricki1997
3 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up for Ballistol and linseed oil - my go-to solution for metal and wood. I actually like the smell of Ballistol, and use it either in an applicator pen for small surfaces or in a syringe with hypodermic needle for detail work in mechanical contraptions. Just be careful around linseed-soaked cloth since there's a chance it may spontaneously catch fire. Better to soak it in water after use and keep it in a metal container to be safe.
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
That can happen with pretty much any oil soaked rag I think. It's both cool and scary
@seductive_Octopus
3 жыл бұрын
This Guy with the Melon 🤦♂️ … YT at it finest.
@bearislandjosh5279
3 жыл бұрын
I use Renaissance wax on my straight razors
@dantes2319
2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you very much.
@lystic9392
3 жыл бұрын
Any special advice for black blades?
@astigako123
3 жыл бұрын
This is some great content Skall! I know you're worried about the views lately, but hey this is great content!
@roffels11-gamingandhistory69
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video, Skal! Cleaning and maintenance are important topics and seeing how it's done helps young re-enactors like myself a lot. I made a huge mistake by cleaning my first sword "historically", by which I mean cleaning it with wine and apple acids and plant oils available in southern Germany during the late middleages. The sword did not rust after this treatment, but the acid attacked and changed and discoloured the blade in other ways. Said sword is still usable, so the "historically accurate treatment" worked, but I don't recommend it unless you want your sword looking "antique" although it is brand new. XD
@VuurBarbaar
3 жыл бұрын
i have been using WD-40 for my sailing knifes, witch i use a lot. also for my multi tool. anyone has advice if that is a good way or i need to change it. so far i had no problems till today. i found some rust on one blade and that is for me a new one.
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
There are definitely better and cheaper alternatives. WD40 can damage your skin and has volatile components which are poisonous. Keep that in mind, if you use it indoors. Also it's so thin, that it quickly runns off and you must renew it constantly. I would advise to use ballistol or baby-/mineral oil. then you can also cut your food with it, without poison yourself. :)
@longrider42
3 жыл бұрын
WD-40 is okay, but the WD actually means "Water Displacement" I think thats right. I've used it on blades and the chain of my bike with no problems.
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
@@longrider42 I use it also for that purpose and for cleaning off old grease on my bike and it does it very well, but that's all. Half of it evaporates and the rest runns off after a short time. Every technical oil displaces water. After cleaning your bicycle chain use a chain lubricant. It will last much longer and your bike will go faster, believe me. Remember the workshop-mantra: *WD40 is no lubricant!* ;)
@MrTaLL9000
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Skal, I wanted to pick your brain about a blade that needs a much bigger clean than the ones you showed in your video. My Great Grandfather had a military sword that I inhereted that has been sitting in a thick layer of grease (That is all through it's scabbard as well), the scabbard and handle both had a thick layer of gunk on them too. Since getting the sword years ago I've always wanted to clean it up and display it but I'm terrified of doing any damage to it. What would you suggest for something that reqires this level of cleaning? Thanks for all your great videos! I've been a fan for years!
@davekingrey1009
3 жыл бұрын
If you want food safe mineral oil for knives that come in contact with food you can get it at almost any store with a medicine aisle. Walmart and Dollar General both carry it. It's sold as a "lubricant laxative." Says mineral oil on the bottle. Also it's good for wooden handles too and wont go rancid like veggie or olive oils. Edit: I want to add dont use mineral oil on leather. It will dry it out. Something to consider if your sword has leather on the hilt.
@ScottKenny1978
3 жыл бұрын
I use a mix of clove oil and food-grade mineral oil for steel. 1oz or so per quart. Eventually, once it saturates the steel, even pine pitch will not stick to the blade. I use boiled linseed oil for wood. Takes a while to dry, but not as much as pure linseed oil. After about 6 coats, it's a very good moisture barrier. But that does take 5-6 weeks due to drying time. For leather, if it's new I use neatsfoot oil to soften it up. Old leather gets saddle soap and a beeswax based preservative. I use Scotch Brite pads for heavy rust removal, but you want super fine pads. If you have access to industrial Scotch Brite, you want the white stuff or gray stuff. Gray is equivalent to 000 steel wool, white is 0000 steel wool.
@outsideiskrrtinsideihurt699
3 жыл бұрын
How was weapon maintenance done throughout history? How did people in medieval times polish their blades? I think that would be a cool video
@georgepatton6195
3 жыл бұрын
with the blood of their enemies!
@jakelilevjen9766
Жыл бұрын
Has anyone used paste wax? I use it on my hand planes. Wondering if I can use what I already have.
@davestelling
Ай бұрын
Absolutely...
@TheAegisClaw
3 жыл бұрын
XCP Rust Blocker.
@w.w.9047
3 жыл бұрын
I maintain my vast collection of Randall Knives by locking them in the safe and never using them
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
Depending on the steel, you may still want to leave at least a thin oil coat on them ;)
@tamlandipper29
3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this more than you might think, Skallagrim. Turns out I was doing the right things, but I didn't know some of the options, like mineral oil for blades.
@nicholasjones7918
3 жыл бұрын
I've never noticed bronze change colour over time like that. It really does look beautiful as it ages.
@alexsm3882
3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, especially because I do a lot of travelling on foot with a knife as my only means of defense and general work tool, pays to keep it in good condition.
@penedrador
3 жыл бұрын
If you are out for defensive tools, you might consider pepper spray! Its a very good deterrent and wont escalate like a knife would. I know they effects by only standing in a room after a little spray and this stuff would make unfit to fight anyone
@alexsm3882
3 жыл бұрын
@@penedrador Illegal in (most countries of) Europe. Most things are illegal in Europe. Even the knife is kind of iffy, but I usually carry a knife, and rarely maybe a stick, and would much rather use the stick btw. But when you're alone in the hills at 4 am, with complete darkness around you, you can't be picky. Bring on the knife.
@penedrador
3 жыл бұрын
@@alexsm3882 got my trusty knife with me everywhere ;) here in germany the knife and the spray are my best options here, anything more is illegal to carry
@alexsm3882
3 жыл бұрын
@@penedrador I'm amazed the spray is legal there mate, cheers haha Even the stick is illegal here if you can't justify it, and they don't accept self defense.
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
No offence, but please reconsider your choice of a knife for self-defence! It's not easy to use it in a fight without hurting yourself or to be turned against you by a more skilled attacker. When you draw a knife in front of someone because you feel threatened, you escalated the situation already into a live and death-scenario. Also it's difficult to plead for self-defence if your attacker is dead and it turns out he was unarmed. And for what it's legal to carry in blade length, it's not guaranteed you can stop the attacker with the first blow. Please use pepper spray or bear-deterrent spray or a electric stun-gun! Even a hiking stick is better than a knive.
@Dracas42
3 жыл бұрын
I don't know why, but I find maintaining blades to be satisfying.
@longrider42
3 жыл бұрын
You are not the only one my Friend. Spending an evening or afternoon, cleaning and oiling my swords, I have five, and my knives, I have many, is calming in its own right.
@TatsuoMusashi
3 жыл бұрын
I needed this video! I have a 1060 high carbon bastard sword that I wanted to clean and maintain. These tips will prove helpful! Great video as always!!
@ozlemashimiyamoto1403
3 жыл бұрын
very usefull vid skall! high quality editing too
@milesmatheson1142
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, Skall. Definitely saving this one for reference.
@seankeaney823
3 жыл бұрын
3:43 “Speaking of smell Ballistol is great” My first thought was, “ This man has no sinuses.” Then I parsed the inflection.
@longrider42
3 жыл бұрын
I'm lucky, I live in a very dry climate, but I do not keep my swords in their scabbards. As for my knives, I just keep an eye on them, make sure there is no rust spots. I use gun oil, when I oil my blades.
@sandrios
3 жыл бұрын
this video was perfect, I just got a new knife, got excited and accidentally cut into thumb when cleaning the blade, the cut is quite deep but I got lucky and I didn't cut anything vital.
@fettmaneiii4439
3 жыл бұрын
3 in 1 oil is the best.
@SteveRogers0768
3 жыл бұрын
I just bought a replica of Inigo Montoya’s rapier from the Princess Bride, which is the start to my collection of famous movie swords, and then this comes out a day later, safe to say I’m glad I subscribed. Thanks for the video.
@wilgriaus
2 ай бұрын
So… is renaissance wax pretty much all I’ll need? I can clean the blade with baby oil and a microfiber cloth, put a new coat of renaissance wax on it, and I’ll be good? Getting my first sword soon, I doubt I’ll do more than swing it around in my yard every once in awhile, and maybe take it to ren fairs or such things
@johnvaillancourt4168
10 ай бұрын
Renaissance wax
@FinalFantasyIXIIII
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I've "accidentally" injured "myself" with my sword and wish to to clean "my" blood off
@turkoala9193
2 жыл бұрын
Ok, in fantasy the powerhouse tank characters often are CONSTANTLY sharpening their weapons, often out of habit as something to fiddle with. For example, In Ranger's Apprentice, Horace (he's not exactly a tank but does exhibit this) is basically sharpening his weapon every day because they often use live weapons in sparring (I have no idea why. It's super dangerous). Is that good for the blade? I always assumed that sharpening your blade too much could wear down the metal and mess with your blade.
@frozenironforge5133
3 жыл бұрын
0000 steel wool and any oil are great ways to remove rust without removing or damaging any finish on a blade. This also works for removing rust on firearms and not damaging the bluing on said firearm. Apply oil where the rust is and using the 0000 steel wool (pronounced 4 ought) rub in small circles. Only use 0000 steel wool as that is the finest and safest (less aggressive) way to remove rust without removing the natural patina or finish on the blade. Mineral oil is the best, it doesn't go rancid.
@OfficialUSKRprogram
2 жыл бұрын
AAWW SHIET I JUST CUT MY LEG WITH MY SWORD better make sure my blade won't rust, why do I feel dizzy?
@koruzhuv2.087
3 жыл бұрын
Here CHEAP maintenance for your blade. Just use cheap Motorcycle chain lube, it works perfectly!
@AnotherDuck
3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: Using microfibre cloth a lot will dry your hands. Source: I'm a janitor. But "a lot" means several hours daily, so I wouldn't worry about it. :)
@kolega4ever
3 жыл бұрын
Could you use WD40 to remove rust? I guess so, cuz it's made to remove rust from locks etc., so stuff that isn't suppose to sustain as much abuse as swords, but still worth asking.
@josemariamartinezdeartolab9895
3 жыл бұрын
Hope someone answers as I was going to ask about WD40 also
@flightlesschicken7769
3 жыл бұрын
I suppose you could. Some people use it on firearms I believe. Any oil is better than no oil
@Skallagrim
3 жыл бұрын
WD40 is indeed a rust inhibitor and displaces moisture, so it should work.
@ngiorgos
3 жыл бұрын
I think you'll have to use some sort of abraisive anyway...
@stefanfranke5651
3 жыл бұрын
WD40 doesn't remove rust, it only thins and washes of gunk, dirt and already loose rust or makes them pliable. There are some nasty chemicals which can remove or convert persistent rust but I wouldn't wait until I need them. Also use WD40 only outside or in your workshop and with gloves, because it isn't to healthy to touch it or to breath the volatile components in. It's to thin to maintain a durable coating on the metal and runs off really quick. I'm not a big fan and I think it's overrated.
@gamithemighty5932
3 жыл бұрын
"Baby oil, Only Made of the Finest of Babies" Sooo "Griefers" then? Not sure How I feel about slathering my non stick stainless steel wall hanger sword with "Griefer Oil"
@Bacteriophagebs
3 жыл бұрын
Teflon (PTFE)-based penetrant is the absolute best for preventing rust. Use it instead of any other kind of oil or wax and it'll outperform anything else. Liquid Wrench and DuPont make good ones, and Break-Free CLP gun cleaner is similar. You can apply a thin layer and it will stop rust for months if the blade is just sitting there, even in humid places. Unless it's in a leather sheath. Leather will corrode the heck out of blades. For that, you can apply a thick layer, and if you do that, it will last indefinitely in storage. Years, maybe decades. Here's how: Spray a nice, heavy layer of the liquid onto one side of the blade. Use a toothpick or something non-absorbent to spread the liquid all over the blade and remove any bubbles. Flip the blade over and do the same thing on the other side. As long as you keep the blade horizontal and flat, the Teflon will not run off or drip. Put something heavy on the hilt to keep the blade from touching the ground or slanting, and let it dry (a few hours, or just overnight). When it's done, there will be a very faint grey layer over the entire blade, almost indistinguishable from the normal color of steel unless it's highly polished. It will also feel *very* slick, but will be completely dry. Unless scratched or rubbed off, this layer is 100% proof against rust, and it's fairly tough. Even if it does get damaged, there's a second layer IN the metal as well. As I said, for storage, this will last basically forever. For use, the layer will eventually wear or get scratched off, but it's very easy to re-apply. Even so, for a blade seeing frequent use, just rubbing the steel down with the penetrant every so often is all you need to do. It's just a much more effective method of oiling the blade, because the teflon gets into the pores of the steel and dries there.
@manuricher4370
3 жыл бұрын
It's been a long time since i've spent good time with people. i feel so ISOLATED, unlike the virus!!! XD XD
@BogeyTheBear
3 жыл бұрын
Then there's the elephant in the room: WD-40. The short of it is, WD-40 works. The problem is it doesn't work for very long. It's fine as a cleaning agent, but doesn't last at all as a protectant.
@tasatort9778
3 жыл бұрын
12 oz beeswax 1 cup boiled linseed oil 1 cup turpentine Heat wax in double boiler until liquid, add linseed oil and turpentine. This makes what we call "Blacksmith's Goop" and is used as a protectant.
@drenek1
3 жыл бұрын
If you want something more solid than oil to use for wood and leather, you can make your own "wax" : - 1 part real bees wax - 2 parts mineral oil. => Melt the wax using the double boil method, add the oil, stir and pour in an appropriate container ready to use. Very efficient and cheap.
@mtgAzim
3 жыл бұрын
9:20 Skall, we've watched numerous 45+ minute videos of Matt polishing a saber... Go ahead and scrub away my friend... we're going nowhere. O.O
@marchueltz4993
3 жыл бұрын
I would not recomend steel polish for color-metals like bronze, copper, aluminium etc. It could cause stains. You should use a special polish for these. Elsterglanz or Nevrdull work great for rust or stains. I prefer double boiled linseed oil for wood. It is "harder" and doesn't go runt. Be careful to remove any excess oil or it will get sticky like resin.
@drenek1
3 жыл бұрын
Olive oil is a no no not only because it goes rancid but also because it is acidic. Other cooking oils are bad because they go rancid and they become sticky/gummy with time. The way to go is mineral oil (or paraffin oil). If you want something more solid than oil to use for wood and leather, you can make your own "wax" : 1 part real bees wax + 2 parts mineral oil. Melt the wax using the double boil method, add the oil, stir and pour in an appropriate container ready to use.
@WorldUndertheRaven
3 жыл бұрын
😏 moist wood
@ampethosguy
3 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing the same method applies for say steel katana's? Also would Remoil work? (ie. gun cleaning and lubricating oils) I have some for maintaining so fire arms
@JETWTF
2 жыл бұрын
Wood cutting boards you should use paraffin wax. A block of the stuff is cheap. Clean the board and let it dry then rub the wax on with pressure like it was an oversized crayon and you were mad(heats the wax up and forces it into the wood grain). Then rub it down with a clean soft towel to smooth the wax out and remove excess. That's how butcher blocks are maintained and why the liquids do not soak into the wood. Oil won't prevent liquids from soaking into the wood and that's a recipe for food poisoning. As for expensive steel kitchen knives that will rust, get some 100% pure beeswax and a terry cloth washrag, rub them down with the wax and rag, stick the rag into a zip lock bag and put the rag and wax away together when done. The beeswax will remain good for the next century or more, will prevent rust, and is safe to eat as in you can eat the wax if you want. Plus if you need to screw a long screw into hard wood coat the screw in the wax and it makes it so much easier to screw.
@a.z7469
3 жыл бұрын
I use lemon oil for my wooden components. I tend not to use anything more abrasive than a cloth for cleaning metal, unless there is rust of course.
@gregcampwriter
3 жыл бұрын
Hickok45 sold me on Ballistol. It dissolves powder and lead fouling while also working as a lubricant.
@brianmccarthy5557
3 жыл бұрын
You might want to refer to some of the videos on other channels on how to restore and maintain wooden rifle and shotgun stocks, along with wooden pistol grips. Woodworking channels also have detailed discussions on wood finishes. You're among a minority advocating raw linseed oil, which is also quite flammable. It and the rags used to apply it can spontaneously combust in the right conditions and are the cause of many fires. Be very careful and follow safety precautions when using it. Boiled linseed oil is viewed more favorably by most experts. It still has flammability issues, but any oil would. Tung oil might be the best choice and it's become the oil of choice among many wood workers and maintainers. If the wood hilt is in good condition when you first get it then all that's required for oiling is a cleaned and dry surface. Then a drop or two of oil rubbed in deeply by your fingertips should do it. You can add a few more drops as necessary. Let dry a few hours or even a day then follow by surface protectants; waxes, etc. Like I said consult wood experts.
@brianmccarthy5557
3 жыл бұрын
Why not use one of the scouring sponges intended for nonstick pans instead of one with the green Scotch Brite? Unless you have a really dirty and stained surface, perhaps from zombie blood? Lots of zombies in Canada these days.
@CyberBeep_kenshi
3 жыл бұрын
I use Ballistol rifle oil which is ph neutral and fiber free cloth from the diy store. Regarding the smell, if you store swords there really is no smell. But ye, windows open! Once used silver polish to remove a nasty stain, just make sure to remove it well. Olive oils etc, go smelly and it doesn't give a thin film like baristol.
@kirkmorrison6131
3 жыл бұрын
Too protect my my re-enactments weapons, I use a high grade furniture wax and strip them every 2 or 3 years or clean them well after every use .Remove the old wax and reapply rust hasn't been a problem.
@CyberBeep_kenshi
3 жыл бұрын
Those oil films are so much thinner then you would expect. Takes a bit of bravery not to apply too thick. My sword used to be a big mess in the beginning...
@AddictedApple
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t recommend using any saturated fats on a blade in emergency situations. Putting butter or lards on your blade will attract mice, and surprisingly mice CAN eat through the blade. There are some videos on it here on youtube
@TheSaival
3 жыл бұрын
Anything more on bigger renovation/repairs? I have a WWII bayonet which is in decent condition and I would love to bring it back to its former glory.
@chrisruzsa2798
3 жыл бұрын
Hahahahah love the baby oil joke. Yeah gun oil works great but it is pricy, I have used clove oil in past now i just use good quality dish soap and clean them very well. Swords I do use clove oil still lol.
@cyberkender1949
3 жыл бұрын
Unless they changed the formula, Ballistol smells of licorice. (I bought two cans years ago and have not run out.)
@Riceball01
3 жыл бұрын
I personally use Break Free CLP for everything metal/steel. It smells a little when it goes on at first, but tit's not a bad smell and it fades over time.
@Lugi515
3 жыл бұрын
Someone has to say it, and i haven't read it in the top 15 comments, so here it is.... ...me (a tool maker) uses WD 40 and if u have too much on it wipe it off with a oil soaked piece of cloth
@lambs5258
3 жыл бұрын
):0 did anyone else not get this in their subscription feed? Just found it now by directly clicking on skall's channel.
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