Spyderco Safe-Queen Storage Question

[Michael Bolton]

I have a couple of safe queens that I have stashed away for future use as back-ups for my two current favorite EDCs.

They are stashed away in their original boxes in a drawer, but I was wondering if there is any kind of maintenance that I need to do to them every once in a blue moon, to make sure that their operation/quality remains the same (ie, rust, discoloration, pivot maintenance..etc?)

I have handled them each a couple of times to make sure the action was good and just to hear the locks click into place....any tips would be greatly appreciated!

Oh, I like in NYC, if that makes any difference (climate etc).

[CombatGrappler]

You shouldn't really have to worry about much as long as you clean and oil the knives before you tuck them away. A little oil on the moving parts should take care of them, and maybe wipe the blades down with a Tuf cloth.

I have a case that I keep my Spydercos in. I kept the dessicant packs from my Xbox and a few medicine bottles and put them in there, just to soak up any extra moisture.

[tonydahose]

here is a small list of what i found when i did a real quick search.
http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.p ... ht=storage

http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.p ... ht=storage

http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.p ... ht=storage

i also had this saved from a post by kaligman (IRRC)...when i go to a display case i will buy some of these.

http://www.rustbloc.com/VpCIemitterfaq.shtml

[Michael Bolton]

Wow, ok, so I guess it can become pretty involved. But do you guys think just spritzing with some wd40, a wipe-down, and placing back in it's original box in a small airtight ziploc container is sufficient?

Now i am worried about storing my yojis in the closed position, will this damage the compression lock just keeping it closed for years on end? I don't really have anywhere where I can keep/store my yojis i the open position. A display case for my knives in my apt isn't really an option, it's a small space and my girlfriend would definitely be anti.....

[tonydahose]

Wow, ok, so I guess it can become pretty involved. But do you guys think just spritzing with some wd40, a wipe-down, and placing back in it's original box in a small airtight ziploc container is sufficient?

Now i am worried about storing my yojis in the closed position, will this damage the compression lock just keeping it closed for years on end? I don't really have anywhere where I can keep/store my yojis i the open position. A display case for my knives in my apt isn't really an option, it's a small space and my girlfriend would definitely be anti.....

the wd40 dries up and is gone (from what i have read on here) ...get some militec. i impregnated a cloth with some then wiped down all the metal parts on my knives and in the case they went.

[Michael Bolton]

Thanks Tony...where can I score something like that?

[Manix Guy 2]

Check Out New graham Accessories for knives as a source of information . MG2

[tonydahose]

Thanks Tony...where can I score something like that?

any search function on the internet..come on now. :rolleyes:

[markg]

Wow, ok, so I guess it can become pretty involved. But do you guys think just spritzing with some wd40, a wipe-down, and placing back in it's original box in a small airtight ziploc container is sufficient?

Now i am worried about storing my yojis in the closed position, will this damage the compression lock just keeping it closed for years on end? I don't really have anywhere where I can keep/store my yojis i the open position. A display case for my knives in my apt isn't really an option, it's a small space and my girlfriend would definitely be anti.....

Miltech used to give out free samples that lasted you for years. Not sure if they still do that...

Don't worry about it too much. Just get a Tuff Cloth... Wipe down the blades (which will make them look sort dull), store them in the boxes or out... does not matter. I have one of those cheap handgun safes from Wal-Mart. If you want, throw in some stuff to dry up moisture... But you really don't have to. I have knives stored like this for 15+ years and show no rust or problems.

Don't worry about the lock "spring" on the Yojimbo. There are many myths about springs. You only have to worry about a spring giving you problems if it is over stressed (assuming it is a quality spring). Being stored closed is not over stressing the spring (lock).

[WOTANSON1]

I wouldn't store a knife in a zip bag, no matter what rust prohibitive I used. Just my $0.02

Cheers,
Rob

[ozspyder]

If you leave it in the box, would you take the plastic bag the knife came in?

[WOTANSON1]

If you leave it in the box, would you take the plastic bag the knife came in?

I wouldn't leave a knife in a plastic bag for a long period of time, that's just me. I'm concerned condensation can somehow become a factor. Maybe I'm wrong but better safe than you know what.

Cheers,
Rob

[tonydahose]

If you leave it in the box, would you take the plastic bag the knife came in?

when all my spydies were in their boxes, i used to put the plastic bag under the foam so as not to lose it but i always took the knives out of them.

[The Mastiff]

Whatever you decide on to replace WD40 , make sure you leave NO fingerprints on the knife. Keep the edge wiped down too, especially if you are using a carbon/non stainless alloy. Without protection some blades seem to dull in their box unless protected.

I've been using silicone lately for rust control, & grease in heavy wear areas where appropriate as I've had troubles with headaches and a few other symptoms after using oils containing petroleum solvents. Solvent resistant gloves, and fresh air while working with guns & knives might save you trouble in later years. Joe

[jjmc2001]

I never use WD40 on knives or firearms. I use Break Free as a protective lubricant. With my new spydercos I did not use anything -just wiped off fingerprints with a soft dry cloth and stored them in a gun safe. Safe has dessicants and a "golden rod" for moisture control. After several years they appear to be good as new. As a side note regarding WD-40 I inherited a brand new Browning shotgun that had been liberally coated with WD-40 (metal parts) and then stored for many years (probably 15-20). When I received it the action and all moving parts were completely frozen shut. I took it to a gunsmith and he had to completely disassemble the gun and soak the parts in solvent to remove the residue. He then reassembled and lightly coated the metal parts with Break-Free. About three years have passed and it appears to be in the same condition as when he finished.

[lamarrk]

I never use WD40 on knives or firearms. As a side note regarding WD-40 I inherited a brand new Browning shotgun that had been liberally coated with WD-40 (metal parts) and then stored for many years (probably 15-20). When I received it the action and all moving parts were completely frozen shut. I took it to a gunsmith and he had to completely disassemble the gun and soak the parts in solvent to remove the residue. He then reassembled and lightly coated the metal parts with Break-Free. About three years have passed and it appears to be in the same condition as when he finished.

You hit the nail on the head! I was on our departments pistol team for 8 years and we found that WD-40 (wd = water displacement) dries up and leaves gunk. It's great for fishing equipment due to the WD part or if you have a wet firearm. For firearms, clean the WD-40 off and re-lube with practically anything else.

I use Militec, Balllistol, Tuf-Glide (Tuf-Cloth also) and occasionally Break Free. All of them are great. Ballistol has the ability to mix with water and continue protecting while "mixed". I ordered them off the internet (except the Break Free which I've had for almost 30 years).

Militec is a little thicker (heavier viscosity) and supposedly works better when used on parts that heat up, such as firearms (I use a blow dryer on my knives when I put it on). Not sure if that's gonna help, but it doesn't hurt.

All the previous suggestions are good. Clean then lube. As WONTANSON1 and tonydahose suggest, lose the plastic (placing it under the foam in the box is a great idea .. :D thanks!).

PS: Ballistol stinks! Use it in a ventilated area and wait about 30 minutes for the smell to dissipate before moving the item inside. I'll add my endorsement on Ballistol and G-10 clean up. It works.

http://www.militec-1.com
http://www.sentrysolutions.com
http://www.ballistol.com