Thread: Is this rust or something else? (TI razor)

Originally Posted by DZEC

Camelia oil, I believe, is what Japanese sword and knife makers recommend for safeguarding their blades. That recommendation has a lot of years of experience behind it.

Actually it's not just camelia oil. It also contains clove oil and Japanese swords are stored in a near airtight, non lacquered, resting scabbard. A lacquered scabbard is more prone to retain moisture.
As I said before camelia alone is fine for regular use just not long term storage.

I use mineral oil which is handy because I have a decent sized bottle, I also use it with my Arks often.