So let’s say someone let my Douk-Douk soak and dry in the air after doing the dishes…how would you rescue the blade? I thought about removing the rust with some rust remover and adding an acidic patina after that but not sure how well this works out.

Any recommendations?

  • Pat@lemmy.caEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I think you could bring it a long way back by hitting the surface with some wd40 and light sanding to remove the surface rust. You could also go over it with a soft wire brush or drill attachment if there is rust inside the etching. I’m not sure how much more rehab it might need after that, other than a resharpening to restore the edge.

    I’d be careful with chemical treatments unless you know how the finish will react. I have very little experience with them, so perhaps someone more knowledgeable will have better advice there.

    Good luck!

  • wmrch@feddit.deOPEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Thanks y’all, appreciate your responses. Will test your recommendations and see how it plays out.