Is there anything i can use to stop my sword from rusting that could be found around the house? I know most people use oils but im guessing vege, sunflower oil is completely different.
2007-08-24 05:52:03 · 7 answers · asked by dean v 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
A thin film of oil is best. Vaseline would work well, but might be a bit messy.
Absolutely do NOT use WD-40 unless you plan on repeatedly applying it. The product will wash off any protective film and leave the bare metal exposed.
If you want to see the damage that WD-40 will do, try spraying all your garage door rollers with it. Then do nothing for a year and you'll see all the corrosion in the ball-bearings.
2007-08-24 07:06:42 · answer #1 · answered by Thomas C 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you want to keep your blade sharp and available for regular use, then there isn't any permanent coating. The answer is to put just a little light lubricating oil on a cloth and rub the blade with it. Do this regularly (at least monthly) and you should keep corrosion from recurring. If the blade is just for display then try a clear nail polish. The link takes you to one of many sites on sword care.
2016-05-17 05:10:38 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WD 40. This is what this product was originaly intended for. WD stands for water dispersant. It as actualy a gummy film mixed with an organic solvent. The solvent penetrates small gaps well, and for this reason, it is commonly used as a lubricant. It is actualy not a very good lubricant. When the solvent dries, it gumms up.
2007-08-24 06:08:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a high quality sword, it'll naturally resist 90% of rust. Still, your best bet is to keep it away from air. Put it in some sort of air-tight container.
2007-08-24 06:00:27 · answer #4 · answered by magiscoder 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I reaffirm the previous suggestion of WD40! Great to protect those metal surfaces!
2007-08-24 06:10:45 · answer #5 · answered by Peter N 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vaseline, Real thin coat.
2007-08-24 06:05:30 · answer #6 · answered by muddypuppyuk 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use vaseline does wonders.
2007-08-24 07:44:53 · answer #7 · answered by Uzair(Stormshadow) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋