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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2011 7:31:05 GMT
Well I just pulled the trigger and ordered the limited Tenchi Ko-Katana with no bo-hi from Cheness along with the cleaning and maintenance kit - should be arriving any day now. It's definitely a step up to my super cheap $16.99 wallhanger katanas :lol: But seriously I am very excited!
Unfortunately, I won't be doing much cutting when it gets here because I have to go to europe for school at the end of January (I hope the dollar to euro exchange rate improves) and wont be back till early june.
My understanding of 9260 Spring Steel is that its mostly 1095 with a little bit of silicon, and without a protective coating (like on knives), rust can form much easier without proper care.
So I wanted to ask what's the best way to store the sword to prevent rust from forming while I am away for 3.5 months?
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Post by Adrian Jordan on Dec 27, 2011 7:47:10 GMT
I may be wrong, but i believe that 9260 is mostly 1060 with silicon added for better flex. Either way, make sure to very thoroughly clean the sword. I like to use 91% alcohol, then top it off with a very thin coat of oil. Enough to see, but not enough to bead. It is only actually necessary to do this about once a month if it is not being cut with. As long as you don't live in a highly humid or moist place, or put on too much oil, I think that there will be a minimum of rust.
Outside of this, you can use Renaissance Wax or Militech-1 oil. Militech will bond to the steel itself, making polishing more difficult, but works like magic.
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Post by Lonely Wolf Forge on Dec 27, 2011 13:12:26 GMT
i just put a coat of oil on mine....never had any issues
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2011 19:31:36 GMT
Just wipe it down. Use powder to remove old oil/grit, re-oil lightly and wipe excess. Try to avoid sheathing the sword when wet. If you do get the saya wet, let it dry. Store blade up, towards heaven. Nice KO-K!!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 28, 2011 3:20:43 GMT
which do you recommend, renaissance wax or militech-1 oil? I have read that renaissance wax smells very bad and requires good ventilation for application. MIlitech-1, on the other hand, I have read good things about, however some reviewers have mentioned that the grease forms into a gummy or "rubbery" texture over long term use. www.midwayusa.com/product/195431 ... g-_-195431
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Post by Adrian Jordan on Dec 28, 2011 3:34:32 GMT
I've never used either. I've had blades that I've... misplaced...for long periods of time and have not had a problem with rust. I just used proper cleaning and oiling upkeep. Based on what I've read though, I'd go with the renaissance wax, as it does not bond with the actual steel. Here is a pretty good thread on it, including some cheaper alternatives. forum.sword-buyers-guide.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=7944&hilit=renaissance+wax
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