rust prevention

**RVShave** · 07-01-2013, 02:59 AM

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?

**SirStropalot** · 07-01-2013, 03:18 AM

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.

Howard

**zib** · 07-01-2013, 03:33 AM

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...

**RVShave** · 07-01-2013, 03:37 AM

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.

**SirStropalot** · 07-01-2013, 03:44 AM

Both, but a lot are here, including that one.

In this forum, at the top. General Razor / Shaving Related Discussion

Specific link.

Videos

Howard

**OCDshaver** · 07-01-2013, 03:49 AM

Speaking of this topic, does anyone use VPI paper to wrap their razors? Mineral oil seems a lot easier but then again, maybe not.

**cudarunner** · 07-01-2013, 03:57 AM

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!

**Hirlau** · 07-01-2013, 03:58 AM

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.

**gssixgun** · 07-01-2013, 04:09 AM

VCI Industrial Paper Sheets

VCI paper is also available on E-bay in smaller quanities

**cudarunner** · 07-01-2013, 04:27 AM

Originally Posted by gssixgun

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??

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