Oil rookie – Maxamet + Pure Silicone question :)

[Stas]

Just my opinion, but I never found silicone to be a good lubricant or a good protectant. It is also to be avoided if you do woodwork because it contaminates the wood surface and makes staining difficult to impossible.

Thank you for the opinion! Can I ask what is your preference for the blade protection?

[TomAiello]

I have use Tuf Glide on my carbon blades for years, and I've had good results in my relatively non-corrosive environment. I use the marine Tuf Cloth, and just wipe the blade after a day of use.

[Stas]

I have use Tuf Glide on my carbon blades for years, and I've had good results in my relatively non-corrosive environment. I use the marine Tuf Cloth, and just wipe the blade after a day of use.

thanks! Good to hear as I have Tuf Cloth Marine in the mail and Tuf Glide in spray is available locally.

[JRinFL]

Just my opinion, but I never found silicone to be a good lubricant or a good protectant. It is also to be avoided if you do woodwork because it contaminates the wood surface and makes staining difficult to impossible.

Thank you for the opinion! Can I ask what is your preference for the blade protection?

Mostly I use plain old mineral oil, but occasionally I'll use EDCi. If it is an actual tool I will use non food safe protectants like CorrosionX or similar. Pivots get Lucas heavy or KPL heavy.