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Antique 16th century plate legs - or at least, they look like it (RemOil is BAD)
Sir Matthew:
I prefer to use Kano Kroil oil, but I'm having a hard time finding it. Hoppes will work, but it's pretty pricey, at least where I am at. I don't use WD 40 on my armor anymore and am hesitant to use new oils because I am unsure of their protective value and if they might take the blueing off my armor.
Sir James A:
--- Quote from: Ian on 2012-06-03, 13:05:37 ---Like Sir Edward mentioned, after the WD-40, you wipe it clean and THEN apply an oil.
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That's the process I followed. I used to just do scrub-down (typically wire wheel ... before I knew better), then wipedown, then WD-40.
I'll look into the BreakFree CLP oil. Is there a typical local store that might have it? I think I'm going to look into waxes too. The harness I bought had very minimal rusting, and it was coated with wax, not oil.
I think I'm going to polish it more when I get some "down time" later; the more polished steel is, the more it resists rust. Just need to make sure I don't go all "chrome knight" shiny....
I need a squire for this cleaning. :)
SirNathanQ:
Huh, it seems the more we do this, the more we appreciate the value of Squires! ???
Sir Rodney:
Yikes! That is like waking up from a nightmare only to find out you’re wrapped in another nightmare. :o
I’ve also heard many people, amateurs and professionals, rave about BreakFree CLP on myArmoury and the Armour Archive. I plan on purchasing some as soon as my current can of gun oil runs out.
Currently, I’m using a cheap Birchwood Casey synthetic gun oil in a 4.5 ounce can. Regular application has resulted in favorable results with only minor polishing needed on occasion. Like I said, as soon as it runs out I’m picking up the BreakFree because by all accounts it’s the bomb.
Joshua Santana:
--- Quote ---Yikes! That is like waking up from a nightmare only to find out you’re wrapped in another nightmare. :o
I’ve also heard many people, amateurs and professionals, rave about BreakFree CLP on myArmoury and the Armour Archive. I plan on purchasing some as soon as my current can of gun oil runs out.
Currently, I’m using a cheap Birchwood Casey synthetic gun oil in a 4.5 ounce can. Regular application has resulted in favorable results with only minor polishing needed on occasion. Like I said, as soon as it runs out I’m picking up the BreakFree because by all accounts it’s the bomb.
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Interesting, good information and I don't think Squires would a big deal if we polished armor like a household chore, that would solve every problem wouldn't it? ;)
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