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I use gun oil on my blades. However, my blades aren't the highly polished Deepeeka ones. To remove any rust or fingerprints left on by grubby-handed kids at shows, a wire wool wad generally works, then re-oil.
For the brass, I use wadding called (ironically) 'Brasso' it's a trade name over here, but works really well, and polishes off with a soft cloth.
The wadding types (Brasso, Duraglit) are the least abrasive.
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Many thanks for your advices, Adrian!
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I personally use saddler's wax as it not only protects the blade but also prevents the inside of the scabbard from rotting over time.
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Another method that was passed on to me..and it is not very authentic, but it does work....is turtle wax or a good high quality car wax/polish. It sinks into the metal better, and is less messy.
It also stays on better.
No period, but definitely a way to protect your investment.
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Hello,
easiest way is to give it a "strong" polish and a drop of oil afterwards.And it depends on the steel used in the blades what amount of protection is needed.
Karl