P.B. have you ever used mineral oil on stag to try and "rejuvenate" it or freshen it up? If so, how have you applied it?Papa Bones wrote: ↑Tue Aug 31, 2021 3:04 am Some sweet folders and fixed blades being put on the trails.
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Had my friend JerryD with me yesterday!! He gifted this Cryo G-10 to me a few years ago!!
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To answer your question in short, yes I've used mineral oil on one fixed blade I had for several years and on several older bovine bone handle knives. I only use food grade non-formulated mineral oil. This is the type you get at a pharmacy. I use a cotton swap, to apply it, and get in all the nooks and crannies, just enough to be damp with it. Then I will wipe off any excess with a soft cloth.
There has always been a great debate on using any types of oils on stag and bone. Some claim it will soften or discolor over time. I've not seen this with pure food grade mineral oil. It has no additives, and is odorless, tasteless and will not go rancid like plant based oils. Just my .02 cents worth that ain't worth a nickle.
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Papa Bones wrote: ↑Sun Sep 05, 2021 2:24 amTo answer your question in short, yes I've used mineral oil on one fixed blade I had for several years and on several older bovine bone handle knives. Just my .02 cents worth that ain't worth a nickle.
Thanks Smitty, it is good to know about the food grade mineral oil. I was using the cheapo-stuff before... 
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Splitting wood today this red vein took a photo with my Buck.
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Wood always makes a great backdrop for a knife. Superb photo, as always!
Nice! I'd be very tempted to drop a line in the lake.
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Great picture John!
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Forgot to bring my fishing pole along!!
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Thank You Tom!!
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John, you could have posted a crappy photo taken on your trash can in the backyard, and it would have been great to see! Have really missed your outings and pics, and great to see them again! Nice one, glad you are doing better!
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Thank You Ike..
It was GREAT to get out.. We did have a fun day there as the wife spotted 2 Bald Eagles and 1 juvenile too.. I only saw the juvenile though.. 
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Thank You Floyd..
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Nice view!roseandthistlecustom wrote: ↑Sat Sep 18, 2021 10:38 pm IMG_20210917_181002_297.jpg
I forgot to get a knife in the pic but here's the view from the top of the Astoria column.
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I believe it would be best not lay your knife on that rail!roseandthistlecustom wrote: ↑Sat Sep 18, 2021 10:38 pm IMG_20210917_181002_297.jpg
I forgot to get a knife in the pic but here's the view from the top of the Astoria column.
That might turn into an oops moment. 
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I also had to look it up.treefarmer wrote: ↑Sun Sep 19, 2021 12:38 amI believe it would be best not lay your knife on that rail!roseandthistlecustom wrote: ↑Sat Sep 18, 2021 10:38 pm IMG_20210917_181002_297.jpg
I forgot to get a knife in the pic but here's the view from the top of the Astoria column.
I was not familiar with the Astoria Column, I've had another learning moment on AAPK thanks to roseandthistlecustom!
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Same here gents... Awesome view R&T!!! Thank you for sharing,
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John
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Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
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That Burl was just begging to be in the picture, wasn't it? Good one, John!
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Ya know Ike..I stopped to take a break and wait for the wife when I happened to glance over and spotted it.. I think wood Burls are really KOOL!! And make GREAT pic props too..
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Neat old tree and great pic.