I did a force patina on my Endela after letting it patina naturally for awhile. I wanted to get more even on that one because it had a weird splotchy look to it. I did not disassemble it for that. My Endura I am letting patina naturally in the kitchen. I have not had any issues with corrosion on the liners except one time for other reasons on a 20CV blade's liners. I have even RIT Dyed knives without disassembly minus the clip. That was a no salt solution though. Just vinegar, soap, and dye. Have not had an issue yet, but I did blow them out and wipe down inside and out. Another Endela the 20CV, I did have some rusting on the liners, but it was soaked in water in a high humid area and not dried out properly. That is why I am always reluctant to just hand over a knife to someone else. Even then, it was an easy fix. Disassembled, took care of the liners and back again no problem.warriorsociologist wrote: ↑Mon Apr 18, 2022 2:03 pmYes I'm familiar with the search function -- I've been on the forum for a while. I was asking about your experience (every user is a new data point). Experiences with liners seem to vary -- esp. between those coming from the factory with a higher polish vs. those with a more brushed finish. The SS material used seems to vary as well. I was previously unaware that you didn't take your knife apart (I always disassemble mine when I force a patina/acid etch), but thanks for sharing.Manixguy@1994 wrote: ↑Mon Apr 18, 2022 1:58 pmTo be honest this knife has not been taken apart. I taped off scales before application. I did use flashlight and could see no issues . Jeff has a K390 Endura and taking apart found no issues. I have only had this knife less than a month so I may not be best person to give you an appropriate answer . Have you done a search? There might be some information on this subject or maybe ask in General. A lot of members have K390 . Danwarriorsociologist wrote: ↑Sun Apr 17, 2022 7:27 pm@Manixguy@1994 --- Dan, how are your liners? I have been on the fence as to getting a K390 Stretch 2. While the blade & ergos are great, the rather roughly-finished liners I have seen present a corrosion point (esp. under them) that has thus far kept me from pulling the trigger.
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Thanks, Jeff!
I've handled two different K390 Stretch 2s -- both seemed to have rougher liners than, for example, my ZCarta Shaman. I've had fairly significant liner rust develop on an older Endela, but none on my Shaman. Both currently get about the same use/care, but I've had the Endela a good deal longer. I'm sure to jump on the first linerless Stretch 2 knives that might someday be made (I've already purchased the XL), but for now I've been waffling a bit on the K390 one. I like the blade steel, but I just wonder if I'll regret having one with rough liners -- esp. since I expect they're eventually release one in MagnaCut/possibly without liners (i.e., a SALT version, perhaps?). Anyway, I'm still watching for reports on how others' liners have responded on this particular model. I know Spyderco seems to change up the liner material from time to time (ex: I see they use LC200N liners on the Caribbean, but on no others that I'm aware of...). Again, since the stonewashed/polished liners on my ZCarta Shaman have been faring so well, perhaps I'll just pull the trigger on a K390 Stratch 2 and then polish its liners myself?
Ahh well, concerns about such things are "good problems to have"... :)
I've handled two different K390 Stretch 2s -- both seemed to have rougher liners than, for example, my ZCarta Shaman. I've had fairly significant liner rust develop on an older Endela, but none on my Shaman. Both currently get about the same use/care, but I've had the Endela a good deal longer. I'm sure to jump on the first linerless Stretch 2 knives that might someday be made (I've already purchased the XL), but for now I've been waffling a bit on the K390 one. I like the blade steel, but I just wonder if I'll regret having one with rough liners -- esp. since I expect they're eventually release one in MagnaCut/possibly without liners (i.e., a SALT version, perhaps?). Anyway, I'm still watching for reports on how others' liners have responded on this particular model. I know Spyderco seems to change up the liner material from time to time (ex: I see they use LC200N liners on the Caribbean, but on no others that I'm aware of...). Again, since the stonewashed/polished liners on my ZCarta Shaman have been faring so well, perhaps I'll just pull the trigger on a K390 Stratch 2 and then polish its liners myself?
Ahh well, concerns about such things are "good problems to have"... :)
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I waited until tonight and checked the Stretch K390 in the dark with a flashlight and it appears to me that my liners are brushed seeing very fine lines in the steel . Hope this will help you . Danwarriorsociologist wrote: ↑Mon Apr 18, 2022 5:29 pmThanks, Jeff!
I've handled two different K390 Stretch 2s -- both seemed to have rougher liners than, for example, my ZCarta Shaman. I've had fairly significant liner rust develop on an older Endela, but none on my Shaman. Both currently get about the same use/care, but I've had the Endela a good deal longer. I'm sure to jump on the first linerless Stretch 2 knives that might someday be made (I've already purchased the XL), but for now I've been waffling a bit on the K390 one. I like the blade steel, but I just wonder if I'll regret having one with rough liners -- esp. since I expect they're eventually release one in MagnaCut/possibly without liners (i.e., a SALT version, perhaps?). Anyway, I'm still watching for reports on how others' liners have responded on this particular model. I know Spyderco seems to change up the liner material from time to time (ex: I see they use LC200N liners on the Caribbean, but on no others that I'm aware of...). Again, since the stonewashed/polished liners on my ZCarta Shaman have been faring so well, perhaps I'll just pull the trigger on a K390 Stratch 2 and then polish its liners myself?
Ahh well, concerns about such things are "good problems to have"... :)
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Thank you, Sir.
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The bbs k390 pm2! Looks a lot more gray in most light and after lots of use. But when I get it out for some saucy foods, maybe get a little extra on the blade and let it sit a bit... Purple and blue!
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Love the signs of use that thing has seen in 10 months. There has to be a story to that edge.
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Native 5 cpm-s110v G10. Native 5 cpm-s110v frn.
Lil' Native MB cpm-s30v. Dragonfly 2 zdp-189.
Delica 4 cts-204p limited. Cricket Nishijin blk vg10.
Urban n690co. Persistence s35vn lightweight.
Lil' Native MB cpm-s30v. Dragonfly 2 zdp-189.
Delica 4 cts-204p limited. Cricket Nishijin blk vg10.
Urban n690co. Persistence s35vn lightweight.
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Huh. Is the wailing and gnashing of teeth due to the presence of the patina, or because you’ve tried so hard to develop it and only have that itty bitty spot to show for it?
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don't like rust knives
would be nice to do blackwash
would be nice to do blackwash
Native 5 cpm-s110v G10. Native 5 cpm-s110v frn.
Lil' Native MB cpm-s30v. Dragonfly 2 zdp-189.
Delica 4 cts-204p limited. Cricket Nishijin blk vg10.
Urban n690co. Persistence s35vn lightweight.
Lil' Native MB cpm-s30v. Dragonfly 2 zdp-189.
Delica 4 cts-204p limited. Cricket Nishijin blk vg10.
Urban n690co. Persistence s35vn lightweight.
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Got it! Flitz should take that spot right off.Makunochimaster wrote: ↑Mon Oct 03, 2022 1:09 amdon't like rust knives
would be nice to do blackwash
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Wow!, Did you put that edge on there?
Stones you used for that, if so?
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I don't know what did it, there are a few little spots on the other side
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Somehow the Endura patinas much faster and readily than the PM2...
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I've noticed that the colors just come from oils and wash off. Does any steel keep the blues after washing? Hoping my Maxamet developes a nice patina.
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Super Blue does. I've got a pretty good pic posted back on page 22 if you want to check it out.Josh Crutchley wrote: ↑Wed Oct 19, 2022 10:23 amI've noticed that the colors just come from oils and wash off. Does any steel keep the blues after washing? Hoping my Maxamet developes a nice patina.
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Endela k390 a killer workhorse. The patina has developed naturally, I got the blade out and buffed off the area around the pivot screw to prevent rusting where I can't see it using diamond 1/2micron paste and dremel felt wheel.