Thread: Sterilizing affect razor sharpness?

Originally Posted by Geezer

Some sterilizing compounds are way more than alcohol. They contain other germicides and may cause a slight loss of cutting ability on some blades due to surface corrosion. Could also be from getting the edge too clean and oxygen will cause corrosion. I had a bad time with a mouthwash that splashed on a blade. deep pitting by the time I noticed the problem.
Every product has a good and a bad side. Pure grain alcohol will soak up any water and will dry completely. That said the 190proof will only soak up about its own weight in water, over time. Check the other posts and do as you think best.
~Richard

Thank you, any idea alcohol can harm the edge?

good question posted here. When I buy a used SR I stick them in the barbecide and have wondered the same