Thread: Blade storage question

I've kept mine on a shelf in a cabinet for years without enclosing them in anything. The environment is dry, and they maintain their edges without oxidation of any kind, even on the edges. I can pull one out after a year and it will shave just fine without any need for stropping.

I learned many years ago that storing my guns in a case or closed box was rust waiting to happen. Same goes for my razors. I have boxes but never close the lids compeletely and I always wipe with ballistol when done shaving. why chance it?

Originally Posted by DennisBarberShop

Computer fan on a timer might be good, Havent done this but just a thought doubt itd need to go 24-7

That's what I was thinking; although I'd set it up to utilize a 115 volt outlet. Maybe the fan would run in one hour cycles or something.

I'll toy around with a few drafts and see if it'd make any difference on paper.

I've never had the slightest issue using pure NFO or camillia (my new fave) oil. The camillia keeps my high-carbon deba from staining when cutting highly acidic or salty foods (staining is almost instantaneous with bare blade). Cabinets are nice and handy and pretty and functional, but wherever there is air, there is moisture (potential). Oil prevents damp air from contacting metal and works for me anywhere i go.

Also, all my razos are old and I never ever keep old razors in a razor box. My theory is cell-rot can't happen in circulated air.

also and more: 91% Alcohol is a staple in my bathroom and is my sterilization and de-wetter solution. I keep it in a spray bottle. Also works for deodorant, pizzow!

Originally Posted by cubancigar2000

I learned many years ago that storing my guns in a case or closed box was rust waiting to happen. Same goes for my razors. I have boxes but never close the lids compeletely and I always wipe with ballistol when done shaving. why chance it?

I keep all my arms, except what I am carrying, in a safe (no ventilation) that is closed (sometimes months at a stretch) and haven't ever had rust issues.

I keep mine in a photographer's hotbox

Originally Posted by Tack

First, there will always be a thin film of moisture on the metal, especially in a high humidity environment. Oiling the blade will simply trap moisture under the oil unless a water-displacing oil (such as Ballistol) is used.

Secondly, if you are going to store the razor in a box, I would suggest placing a VCI "chip" in the box (Inhibitor VCI Pro is one brand) rather than a dessicant pack.

Finally, after thoroughly cleaning and drying the razor, I prop it up against something (opened 70-80 degrees) for 10-14 hours and then store in a silicone treated cotton sleeve. These are sold by TheSuperiorShave.com and others. I used to stick them in similar sleeves made for guns (the VCI kind, not the "plain" ones) but now prefer the individual sleeves. Since I started using them nearly three years ago, I have not found a single spot of rust or corrosion on any blade and I'm in the same humid area.

Tell you what, shoot me a pm with your address and I'll send a sleeve to you to try out.

rs,
Tack

Just about to order some Ballistol, which is best spray can or bottle?

Originally Posted by Anthony1954

Just about to order some Ballistol, which is best spray can or bottle?

All in how you will utilize it. I get the bottle, this allows me to transfer it to a dropper bottle or syringe. I keep a small (10ml) bottle in the shave den and a 50ml bottle at the work station. I like the Ballistol as it will rinse clean under warm water.