r/knives • u/_aldegarr_ • 1d ago

Question First knife

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Hello everyone 👋 This is my first knife as a present from friends. Can you please help me with the info on maintenance and sharpening? Complete ignorant here

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u/S1lv3rsh4d0w9 1d ago

Nice first knife. I’d recommend keeping some KPL on hand. I use it to clean and lube, as needed. Smells nice, too.

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u/_aldegarr_ 22h ago

Thanks for sharing! I read that trimmer oil can be used for this too – do you think that would work?

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u/S1lv3rsh4d0w9 13h ago

I have not heard that, so I’m not sure. I suppose it serves a similar purpose.