How To Properly Care For Your Hunting Knives
How do you make your knives last for years? Obviously by keeping them well maintained.
First, you need to realize that knives have a specific purpose and should not be used for something it was not designed for. For example, you should never use a knife for digging or chopping. This could damage the blade making it non-repairable or worse, cause injury. Storing your knife in a sheath is also a bad idea because the moisture that forms in the sheath can cause pitting in the blade. It is best to keep your knives in open, dry air if possible.
You can hand wash your blade with a gentle detergent and wipe the handle with a damp cloth, but make sure you dry it thoroughly or rust can set in. Keep the blade sharp and if it is a carbon steel blade, give it a light coating of wax instead of oil. Following these few tips can give you years of satisfaction from your dependable hunting knives.