Thread: Beginner in need of some rust removal advice.

Originally Posted by Utopian

Dylan (Holli4pirating) also started a thread a while ago about using Maas with superfine synthetic steel wool. I have not tried it yet, but it seemed like a good idea that may be applicable here.

Other than using Flitz because I can't find Maas locally, I've found this method to be my favorite starting point. Put some of your metal polish on the blade and let it sit for a minute or two. Then start scrubbing with some 000 synthetic steel wool. It won't get rid of pitting or devils spit, but it will get rid of active rust and smooth things out.
If the rust is on the edge spend a couple minutes getting rid of the rust on the blade. Then put it to a 1k and start setting a bevel with circles. After a quick set of 20 or 30 on each side the rust should be gone. Takes maybe a minute or two. After that you can easily see if the edge is worth pursuing it if you're best tossing it or bringing it down.