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Thread: Best way to clean up a blade?

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    Default Best way to clean up a blade?

    I bought a sight unseen vintage blade from Whipped Dog. I love the blade and seems to be in good shape aside from just the asthetics of the metal itself, which could use some polishing. I knew this would be the case, and am willing to put in some effort.

    I am looking at suggestions on restoring the finish back to its full glory. There is no heavy corrosion or pitting, just no shine, except on the cutting edge of course.

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    Any good metal polish should do the trick. Be aware that if you do use polish it will make honing after necessary in all likelihood.

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    Bob hit the nail on the head. You are best to wait until it needs to be honed again.
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    As already noted, polishing will likely kill your edge.
    That said, I have tried a great number of polishes.
    Many are inexpensive, easily found and work well - such as Mothers.
    However, courtesy of this fine forum, I have found my way to 3M marine metal restorer and polish (#09019).
    Is more expensive - partly because it comes in an 18 oz jar - but will take away stains and patina better/faster than anything else I have found.
    Of course, metal polish will not take the place of sanding where pitting is involved.
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