Thread: Ahhh! Rust, already??

Haven't been shaving long, but I used compressed air on the entire blade and the pivot area, wipe the blade with mineral oil, then put it back in the box it came in... which now has 3 silica gel packets (the kind you find in shoe boxes and stuff) stuck in the shorter end, arranged so that the tang still fits without hitting them. Haven't seen any corrosion or rust yet, and I've been checking twice a day, just to make sure so I can act quickly if it starts. Seems to be working well.

Oh, and I use an eye dropper for the pivot point itself.

I guess every man cave shave den needs an air compressor!

Originally Posted by DrLongandStrong

I am surprised that $100+ straights are made with inferior metal pieces that are not of stainless steel. Manufacturer skimped out on materials in my opinion.

Spoken by a person who has no idea of the different qualities of steel. There is no one perfect steel for any given task. There is usually a choice that can be made, depending on what you as an individual, are looking for. Every steel has it's pro's and con's, you just need to find the one that suits your needs best.


Mick

P.S I second the dental floss suggestion by Utopian. I do the same thing.