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| mzzj:
Baby oil for hand tools (super easily available pure mineral oil and I'm not allergic to it unlike many other oils) Baby oil + lanolin for metalworking tools in the partially heated metalworking shop/shed |
| iainwhite:
To loosen seized or stiff parts, I use Penetrating Oil: e.g. 3 in One or Kroil or PB-blaster To lubricate and protect, I use mineral Oil e.g. Starrett Instrument Oil ($$$) or Mineral Oil from the pharmacy (in the laxative section :) ) To protect exposed metal surfaces e.g. Cast Iron machine tables, I use Jojoba Oil (somewhat waxy) |
| KL27x:
For stiff joints, I crush up some chromium oxide buffing bar and add a few drops of mineral oil. Smear that into the joint and work it around some. |
| Mr. Scram:
It's important to note that there are different categories of tools. For some regular maintenance is required, while others have all the protection they need in the form of a coating. A manufacturer like Knipex typically has a bare or black model and a chromed model. The former needs to be maintained, while the latter doesn't. A bare model can have some advantages, like slightly sharper cutting edges. |
| Nusa:
The occasional bottle of Rum or Whiskey lubricates the most important tool in my collection. |
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