I thought I read on here somewhere that you could use food safe mineral oil in a light coat to keep blades rust free, is that right?
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I thought I read on here somewhere that you could use food safe mineral oil in a light coat to keep blades rust free, is that right?
Lots of guys use mineral oil, works fine. It may pool on a highly polished blade. Search mineral oil, etc above right and there's a lot of info on it.
Here's a video by Lynn that includes oiling a razor.
:gl:
Howard :)
Straight Razor Maintenance - YouTube
Mineral oil will work. If it's a razor your using daily, Once it's dry, A quick wipe with a silicone treated cloth will also work. Like those used on Firearms, etc...
Thanks, just wanted to be sure as I have some mineral oil on hand. The vid was great, are they on here or how do I locate them on you tube? Me and search engines have a love hate relationship.
Both, but a lot are here, including that one.
In this forum, at the top. General Razor / Shaving Related Discussion
Specific link.
Videos
Howard :)
Speaking of this topic, does anyone use VPI paper to wrap their razors? Mineral oil seems a lot easier but then again, maybe not.
Glen ships restored razors in it, at least I do believe what the paper is properly called. I find it's not that expensive and if I lived in an area where oxidization was a problem I'd probably use it.
Please note: He also ships the blades with a light coat of WD40 that was applied before using the rust preventing paper to wrap the razor in.
How long the paper is good for, I have no idea! :shrug:
Had to GOOGLE VPI Paper & my answer is no, I don't use it.
I wrap my rotation in linen handkerchiefs from Wal Mart, cheap for a pack. After I strop, I mineral oil with a Q-Tip the razor and roll it in the handkerchief. The excess oil rolls into the handkerchief over time,impregnating it, not a blemish on my rotation,,,they sit on the bathroom sink in our humidity, no problem.
VCI Industrial Paper Sheets
VCI paper is also available on E-bay in smaller quanities
Any idea of the life of the protection from the VCI?? :shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by gssixgun
I had some dude in Idaho suggest Ren Wax just the other day!! I've been using mineral oil, I hadn't been using anything for fear of it messing up the scales. I've just been wiping it on, very lightly, then wiping the excess off with a dry cloth.
Just like donv, I just put a nice thin layer on my blades. Haven't had Amy rust problems.. Then again I do like in Vegas, so humidity isn't an issue at all.
No humidity here as well, not as hot as you guys, only hit 109 today. I hadn't been using anything, just drying them, stropping them then letting them air dry for a while and put them away. Then, a week ago, the horror! A spot of rust!! But, it was due to me being lazy and not being as diligent in my routine. But, oil is part of the routine from now on.Quote:
Originally Posted by parkerskouson