what is the best type and weight of grease to use when repacking knife KVT and IKBS bearing systems? I assume a waterproof grease but I also wondered about the weight. Obviously with large heavy blades you can use a heavy weight to add some smoothness to the action and small light blades that you may want to "speed" up could use lighter weight grease. What do you guys use/recommend?
I guess while I am here I should also ask if any of you use grease on washer set ups to keep the dirt out? Thanks.
grease for KVT/IKBS repacking?
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grease for KVT/IKBS repacking?
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Re: grease for KVT/IKBS repacking?
Here is that I was told by Kershaw Service department.
KVT bearings are designed to be run dry. No lubricant is needed and may negatively impact performance by attracting dirt and dust into the bearings.
If you have any questions, please email or call.
Thank you,
Dan Cohen, Warranty Services Rep
Kershaw Knives, Zero Tolerance Knives & Shun Cutlery
https://kaiusaltd.com/
18600 SW Teton Ave.
Tualatin, OR 97062
Phone: 800-325-2891 Ext. 6003
KVT bearings are designed to be run dry. No lubricant is needed and may negatively impact performance by attracting dirt and dust into the bearings.
If you have any questions, please email or call.
Thank you,
Dan Cohen, Warranty Services Rep
Kershaw Knives, Zero Tolerance Knives & Shun Cutlery
https://kaiusaltd.com/
18600 SW Teton Ave.
Tualatin, OR 97062
Phone: 800-325-2891 Ext. 6003
Calgary on the Bow