now that's a nugget of info I did not know
and is 'endura' something as well?
Endura not anything specific I know of. Probably something to do with endurance and lasting long, like how a working knife should.
now that's a nugget of info I did not know
and is 'endura' something as well?
singer oil works. ikea mineral oil works but it's rather thick and doesn't apply easily (pls don't use for pivots, it'll be gummy and attract lots of dirt). I use eezox myself as I like the smell - but as it's rather expensive, I save it for the custom folders. For parang, I use ikea mineral oil...mixed with a little secret spice for a nice aromatic smell
don't use cooking oil - it'll turn rancid. for kitchen knives, a little olive oil works too, but cooking oil is thick and doesn't apply easily.
have fun oiling your blades.
Thank you guys for the help! I've Singer oil on hand and will use it for the blades.
Now for my stag and wood handles. The guys on Bladeforums recommend using mineral oil to care for them. I don't want to risk ruining them with Singer oil.
Do you know of any specific, better quality mineral oil that I can find locally?
I admit that I'm a lurker. However, I definitely look forward to taking some pictures and sharing my knives here soon!
My preference lies with traditional slip joints. I started out with modern folders too, but once I discovered the traditional world, I knew I'm home.
As the name of this thread suggests, I'm more of a collector. While I value utility, and have my hard-use utility knives - this hobby is fuelled more by my emotions than logic. There is absolutely no way for me to rationalise spending such amounts on a single knife. Especially in an urban setting such as Singapore.
I tried, I failed, and I just gave in. I no longer try to justify my purchases through utility and function alone.
When you finally acknowledge that this is an addiction, and you collect and buy simply because you enjoy having these little gems. It becomes a lot easier, and a lot more fun!
Don't you agree?
I enjoy, and pay, for the heritage, the history, the stories, the craftsmanship, the attention to details, the people behind it, the people selling it.
I buy it for that shiok feeling in my hands when I curl my fingers around its exquisitely crafted handle. These edged implements are a joy. It is what defines us - we are what we are because we have opposable thumbs and can use tools. The knife is our first and most important tool.
I love it, and I guess you do too!
Hey Holger,
Yeah, I use an old plastic ice-cream tub 3/4 or so filled with mineral oil. That's enough to completely immerse a bowie handle to just past the hilt. I leave it immersed for 24hrs. twice per year. I have not noticed any darkening. Works great for mammoth and walrus ivories as well.
Roger
Endura not anything specific I know of. Probably something to do with endurance and lasting long, like how a working knife should.
Thank you guys for the help! I've Singer oil on hand and will use it for the blades.
Now for my stag and wood handles. The guys on Bladeforums recommend using mineral oil to care for them. I don't want to risk ruining them with Singer oil.
Do you know of any specific, better quality mineral oil that I can find locally?
I admit that I'm a lurker. However, I definitely look forward to taking some pictures and sharing my knives here soon!
My preference lies with traditional slip joints. I started out with modern folders too, but once I discovered the traditional world, I knew I'm home.
As the name of this thread suggests, I'm more of a collector. While I value utility, and have my hard-use utility knives - this hobby is fuelled more by my emotions than logic. There is absolutely no way for me to rationalise spending such amounts on a single knife. Especially in an urban setting such as Singapore.
I tried, I failed, and I just gave in. I no longer try to justify my purchases through utility and function alone.
When you finally acknowledge that this is an addiction, and you collect and buy simply because you enjoy having these little gems. It becomes a lot easier, and a lot more fun!
Don't you agree?
I enjoy, and pay, for the heritage, the history, the stories, the craftsmanship, the attention to details, the people behind it, the people selling it.
I buy it for that shiok feeling in my hands when I curl my fingers around its exquisitely crafted handle. These edged implements are a joy. It is what defines us - we are what we are because we have opposable thumbs and can use tools. The knife is our first and most important tool.
I love it, and I guess you do too!
For me its because I use all my knives regularly. Not really a collector. Just want knives that can do the job well and I won't mind losing or damaging.This can be a point of discussion too With having so many of such pieces, why not consider bumping up to productions (Spyderco, zt, etc) or even midtechs? What's your thought process?
Good post. Describes well the reason why we collect.
Antler or horn AFAIK don't need any further treatment. I collect traditional bows with horn on the belly and they do just fine in Singapore humidity. Wood mostly comes with a layer of finishing. Usually don't have to further coat with anything unless the finishing scratches off with hard use. Beeswax may work for extra layer of protection. I use polyurethane floor varnish when I want to refinish my wooden items.
How would one make a purchase off BladeHQ? Looking at the bolstered Boker Kwaiken among other things to get on Black Friday.
Thank you guys for the help! I've Singer oil on hand and will use it for the blades.
Now for my stag and wood handles. The guys on Bladeforums recommend using mineral oil to care for them. I don't want to risk ruining them with Singer oil.
Do you know of any specific, better quality mineral oil that I can find locally?
Mineral oil is okay for normal maintenance. I've used it on my Opinel and a bokken I own. I guess if you're looking for a richer finish you'd use (boiled) linseed oil or tung oil.
I'm looking for a nice bokken. Any recommendations? how much is shipping?
Linseed /flaxseed oil is pretty pricey. I would some extra food safe version if anyone has extra, I want to reseason my cast iron pan. The non stick seems to have come off
Recently i been watching zombie drama like The Walking Dead and Z Nation so i been google about zombie knife and i saw this website http://www.zombietools.net
So what i asking is can i buy a knife from USA send to Singapore?
Need any permit?
How to get the permit?
Recently i been watching zombie drama like The Walking Dead and Z Nation so i been google about zombie knife and i saw this website http://www.zombietools.net
So what i asking is can i buy a knife from USA send to Singapore?
Need any permit?
How to get the permit?