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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2011 5:13:09 GMT
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Hey, I'm Wielder, I own a Musashi 1060 Bamboo Warrior katana (named Ardent Fang, if anyone cares). I got a sword cleaning kit, and the bottle top had broken when I got it. In short, no oil. So, now I'm in need of a substitute. I've read the pages on the main site about substitutes, but I'm still a little confused.
When I googled 3-in-1 oil, I got their website, and it seemed that they had a few different products, hence my confusion.
Too long; Didn't read: What oil, as specifically stated as possible, should I get as a replacement for Choji oil?
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Post by Caym on May 5, 2011 5:37:35 GMT
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Post by Adrian Jordan on May 5, 2011 5:44:53 GMT
If you don't mind waiting a bit, sevenstarstrading.com sells good oil for cheap with cheap shipping. Choji oil is basically mineral oil with a dash of clove oil for fragrance. You can get an alternate that will work well, but if you can get real Choji or Camellia oil, you should.
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Post by SeanF on May 5, 2011 11:59:09 GMT
You can buy generic 3-in-1 oil at any hardware store. Heck, I bet you could find some at Wal Mart. You just want the generic 3-in-1 multipurpose oil.
Another option is Miltec-1. It is some sort of gun oil that isn't actually oil. it is a co-polymer (whatever that means) that adheres to the blade very well. Once you put it on and go over it with a hair dryer it takes quite a while to wear off. You can get a free sample if you e-mail them asking about it.
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Post by masahiro560 on May 5, 2011 14:22:16 GMT
I've been using baby oil, the lite ones, either that or the unscented, I think it's just light mineral oil with some light fragrance added,
I mean if it works on sensitive skin why not sensitive steel >.>"
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Post by chrisperoni on May 5, 2011 15:35:14 GMT
Take caution with scented oils- sometimes the chemicals used to scent can have adverse effects on certain steels.
That's why plain mineral oil is better- available in the laxitives aisle at a pharmacy- 'bout $5 for 500ml.
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Post by MrAcheson on May 5, 2011 17:56:02 GMT
This. I use Marvel Mystery Oil on my swords and have for years. It's a multipurpose 3-in-1 oil. I bought it in the sporting goods section of my local Walmart. Breakfree CLP is also good. Most gun oils, light machine oils, and even some automotive oils (I know some guys that lube their guns with Mobil 1) would work too.
Just don't use WD-40. It'll evaporate and won't leave a good protecting layer after it's cleaned the gunk off.
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Post by ecovolo on May 5, 2011 18:00:38 GMT
Silicone spray. It's good for either short or long-term storage. I use it on my blades, and I haven't experienced any ill effects.
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Post by Cold Napalm on May 5, 2011 20:53:33 GMT
Yes I second the silicone spray. Easy to apply and if you forget to oil your sword monthly, not a big deal.
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Post by Deleted on May 6, 2011 0:13:49 GMT
The main thing is to avoid organic oils (even though hydrocarbon oils are technically organic). What I'm talking about is linseed oils, cooking oils, etc. They'll go rancid in your scabbard and make a stink. Any viscous hydrocarbon oil will do. But like crisperoni says, stay away from the scented stuff. It's probably got organics in it.
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Post by Maynar on May 6, 2011 1:09:39 GMT
This. ^^ The light oil is the one to use, and at the drugstore it's like $9.95 for a lifetime supply.  |
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Post by masahiro560 on May 6, 2011 11:33:31 GMT
And if you want to turn it into the magical choji oil buy some clove oil and calculate how much ml to put in the bottle of light oil and you got choji oil  The pure mineral oil I get here is too thick to use, hence my switch to the baby oil (unscented) |
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Post by Deleted on May 9, 2011 0:52:29 GMT
While I don't have any swords at the moment I do have straight razors that I oil between uses.
I use ballistol oil which has been a great performer for me as well as others for razors guns swords knives and all metal weapons.
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Post by Deleted on May 9, 2011 2:28:55 GMT
i've had decent results from gun and 10w30 oil
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Post by Maynar on May 9, 2011 3:07:24 GMT
I've seen others who report the same, but I can't recommend petroleum-based products (10w30) myself.
I hear reports of bad things happening using such substances. Gun oil should be fine, tho.
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Post by Deleted on May 17, 2011 17:18:43 GMT
So...question....Mineral oil....Is it alright if it isn't "pure"....for example with an "inactive ingredient"? Vitamin E to be specific....
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Post by mikejapan on May 17, 2011 22:57:47 GMT
3n1 oil is perfect. It loosens foreign material on your blade.
Keeps it lubricated and it DOESN'T RUST!
Mikejapan
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Post by Deleted on May 17, 2011 23:00:07 GMT
and to add on....I've been using 3 in 1 oil as well.....a tin bottle my mother has had for 9 years....or longer possibly....Anyway...works like a charm...but I'm looking to get something cheaper in a larger quantity.
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Post by Sam H on May 17, 2011 23:38:11 GMT
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Post by Adrian Jordan on May 17, 2011 23:42:06 GMT
Well, bear in mind that your not supposed to use a lot. After every cutting, to be sure, but other than that you should only clean and re-oil it every month or so. Also, only use enough oil to put a very, very thin coating on the blade. Any more and you risk ruining the inside of the saya, which in turn may damage your blade.
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