That said, I don't need anything to meet Milspec or NASA requirements, so I just use a Tuf Cloth and Blue Lube.
Gun/knife lubricants & rust preventatives
I'll mention one now, Doc - Fluid Film.
That said, I don't need anything to meet Milspec or NASA requirements, so I just use a Tuf Cloth and Blue Lube.
That said, I don't need anything to meet Milspec or NASA requirements, so I just use a Tuf Cloth and Blue Lube.
Regards, Al
The "soul" of hi-tech materials like G-10, H1, ZDP, Titanium, carbon fiber, etc is found in the performance. That appreciation of the "spirit" comes out in time, after use. It's saying, you can depend on me! I'm there for you no matter what! - Sal Glesser
The "soul" of hi-tech materials like G-10, H1, ZDP, Titanium, carbon fiber, etc is found in the performance. That appreciation of the "spirit" comes out in time, after use. It's saying, you can depend on me! I'm there for you no matter what! - Sal Glesser
-
Dr. Snubnose
- Member
- Posts: 8799
- Joined: Sat Mar 05, 2005 9:54 pm
- Location: NewYork
-
jackknifeh
- Member
- Posts: 8412
- Joined: Fri Jul 09, 2010 6:01 am
- Location: Florida panhandle
You talk too much doc. :) Try to use less words from now on. Thanks. :DDr. Snubnose wrote:http://www.CorrosionX.com
Jack
Personally have used the sentry solution line for some time now. I use the Smooth-Kote and BP2000 where dry lubrication is needed. Use it on my firearms and really like it. Also have used BP2000 on some heim joints that are 'self lubricating'. Works great and is completely dry so zero dirt is attracted.
Years ago I bought an 8oz bottle of Tuf-Glide to refill the small applicator. Since it became my all around lube for door hinges, garage door springs, bike chains, etc. Tuf-Glide is primarily what I used on folder pivots and knife blades that don't see food use. In application were I want corrosion resistance and good lubrication I combine a base coat of Tuf-Glide and once dry BP2000. Overall it is my go to lube.
I have tried mineral oil on some of my kitchen knives but was not impressed. Personally liked Japanese camellia oil better. Then found Frog lube that is food safe and once the excess is wiped off functions like a dry lube. Like it much better for such application. Also have used it on older firearms and as a CLP it really eats built up crud. Overall happy with frog lube but am still testing it in the long-term. Has a much nicer smell than Sentry Solutions but is incompatible with petrol products.
Testing some Flitz Gun and Knife Wax on axes. No real use yet. Also have tried bike chain lube for folder pivots. Seemed to be thick, low corrosion resistances and no more slick than tuf-Glide or Frog lube so it is out.
Years ago I bought an 8oz bottle of Tuf-Glide to refill the small applicator. Since it became my all around lube for door hinges, garage door springs, bike chains, etc. Tuf-Glide is primarily what I used on folder pivots and knife blades that don't see food use. In application were I want corrosion resistance and good lubrication I combine a base coat of Tuf-Glide and once dry BP2000. Overall it is my go to lube.
I have tried mineral oil on some of my kitchen knives but was not impressed. Personally liked Japanese camellia oil better. Then found Frog lube that is food safe and once the excess is wiped off functions like a dry lube. Like it much better for such application. Also have used it on older firearms and as a CLP it really eats built up crud. Overall happy with frog lube but am still testing it in the long-term. Has a much nicer smell than Sentry Solutions but is incompatible with petrol products.
Testing some Flitz Gun and Knife Wax on axes. No real use yet. Also have tried bike chain lube for folder pivots. Seemed to be thick, low corrosion resistances and no more slick than tuf-Glide or Frog lube so it is out.
Dragging this thread back to life because I'd just had someone local recommend Fluid Film. It wasn't readily available so I ordered some online, and haven't tested it yet.
I've been using Tuf-Glide/Tuf-Cloth recently, and it seems to work fine. But, a lot of my outdoor knives will get some food or meat use, so something that's food-friendly seems like a good idea.
I've been using Tuf-Glide/Tuf-Cloth recently, and it seems to work fine. But, a lot of my outdoor knives will get some food or meat use, so something that's food-friendly seems like a good idea.
I use tuff-cloth (very bad smell) and ballistol for lubrification, both have worked very nicely, but few days ago I ordered some Benchmade Blue Lube and CRK fluorinated grease, I heard a lot of good things about those two.
:spyder: Paramilitary 2
:spyder: Bob Lum Tanto Sprint
:spyder: Anso Zulu
:spyder: Szabo Folder
:spyder: Delica ZDP-189
:spyder: SS Kiwi
:spyder: SS Bug set
:spyder: Bob Lum Tanto Sprint
:spyder: Anso Zulu
:spyder: Szabo Folder
:spyder: Delica ZDP-189
:spyder: SS Kiwi
:spyder: SS Bug set
-
jackknifeh
- Member
- Posts: 8412
- Joined: Fri Jul 09, 2010 6:01 am
- Location: Florida panhandle
Since the thread is back I'll add my favorites at the moment (and for about a year). Tuf-Glide for corrosion control and Nano-Oil in the pivot for lubrication. I've cut sandwiches with blades treated with Tuf-Glide. No bad taste or smell after it dries. I don't think it is bad used like this even though it isn't "approved" by the FDA. At least there is no skull and crossbones on the label. :)
Nano-Oil is the best for lubrication I've ever tried. I can use it and tighten a knife pivot tighter than it was before to eliminate blade play and it is still easier to pivot. Great oil IMO.
Nano-Oil is the best for lubrication I've ever tried. I can use it and tighten a knife pivot tighter than it was before to eliminate blade play and it is still easier to pivot. Great oil IMO.
I have switched to the same combo and i love it. One thing to look out for after using nano-oil is that i have had to tighten a few pivot screws because some of my knives open on their own. This has happened mostly on the heavier blade knifes (ie. BM Adamas, ZT 200).jackknifeh wrote:Since the thread is back I'll add my favorites at the moment (and for about a year). Tuf-Glide for corrosion control and Nano-Oil in the pivot for lubrication. I've cut sandwiches with blades treated with Tuf-Glide. No bad taste or smell after it dries. I don't think it is bad used like this even though it isn't "approved" by the FDA. At least there is no skull and crossbones on the label. :)
Nano-Oil is the best for lubrication I've ever tried. I can use it and tighten a knife pivot tighter than it was before to eliminate blade play and it is still easier to pivot. Great oil IMO.
JD
-
jackknifeh
- Member
- Posts: 8412
- Joined: Fri Jul 09, 2010 6:01 am
- Location: Florida panhandle
Funny you mention the pivot screw. I have needed to use loc-tite on pivot screws more recently than I ever have. I found my pivot loosening on a couple of knives like you said. I just applied loc-tite and forgot about it. This has happened in just the past few months an now that you mention it may be about the same amount of time I've been using Nano-Oil. Cool observation.JudasD wrote:I have switched to the same combo and i love it. One thing to look out for after using nano-oil is that i have had to tighten a few pivot screws because some of my knives open on their own. This has happened mostly on the heavier blade knifes (ie. BM Adamas, ZT 200).
JD
Jack
I haven't noticed that the pivot screws are backing out. I just noticed that after using nano-oil i had to tighten them a bit passed what they were at. I believe this was due to my previous lubricant not working as well.jackknifeh wrote:Funny you mention the pivot screw. I have needed to use loc-tite on pivot screws more recently than I ever have. I found my pivot loosening on a couple of knives like you said. I just applied loc-tite and forgot about it. This has happened in just the past few months an now that you mention it may be about the same amount of time I've been using Nano-Oil. Cool observation.
Jack
JD
-
jackknifeh
- Member
- Posts: 8412
- Joined: Fri Jul 09, 2010 6:01 am
- Location: Florida panhandle
I noticed being able to tighten the screws more also. This could be a huge benefit for knives that are hard to eliminate all blade play without the tension getting too tight. Side to side blade play is one of those things that bugs me even though it doesn't reduce performance.JudasD wrote:I haven't noticed that the pivot screws are backing out. I just noticed that after using nano-oil i had to tighten them a bit passed what they were at. I believe this was due to my previous lubricant not working as well.
JD
Pivot screws backing out and the use of Nano-oil may have nothing to do with each other. Just a thought I had. My Sage4 has the problem. Problem is a strong word. The screw on the right side backs out just enough to allow a TINY bit of blade play. It doesn't back out any further but without loc-tite it's so predictable you could set your watch by it. :)
Jack
-
jackknifeh
- Member
- Posts: 8412
- Joined: Fri Jul 09, 2010 6:01 am
- Location: Florida panhandle
I have heard of people trying this before but for the size of the screws I wonder if my fingers could handle it. :) Seems like a very small job for teflon tape. No harm in trying though so I will sometime soon. I wonder, cut a very thin strip first or just wrap the tape and then cut it off at the end of the screw?kwakster wrote:have you tried plumbers/teflon tape already ?
Jack