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tangy yet delightful posted:I am in the process of refinishing an axe head (currently sitting in white vinegar, would be done but thought I had steel wool and I don't so a store trip is in order). Should I look into any sort of metal rust inhibitor once I'm done? I’ve used 3-in-1 oil for years without any problems.
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Isn't that what WD40 was originally supposed to do? Or is that a dirty word itt?
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Nov 19, 2021 02:50
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Mr. Mambold posted:Isn't that what WD40 was originally supposed to do? Or is that a dirty word itt? WD is a great solvent, cleans stuff up nice, but too gummy for an actual finish on metal.
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Nov 19, 2021 02:53
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Remington CLP (gun cleaning/lube poo poo) is supposed to inhibit rust and whatnot.
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Nov 19, 2021 03:29
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It’s an axe. It’s going to get abraded while doing its job. Oil it and call it good, IMO.
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Nov 19, 2021 03:34
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Platystemon posted:It’s an axe.  Well of course that's what will end up happening but will you deny us our 7 pages of metal finish discussion? That's just mean.
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Nov 19, 2021 03:36
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Yeah just scrape it against some pieces of wood periodically and the rust should stay under control.
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Nov 19, 2021 04:15
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how's the heat resistance on a standard mechanix glove? for 3d printers i sometimes have to handle 215*C metal and while i try not to touch it, i am clumsy and stupid.
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Nov 19, 2021 04:24
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tangy yet delightful posted:I am in the process of refinishing an axe head (currently sitting in white vinegar, would be done but thought I had steel wool and I don't so a store trip is in order). Should I look into any sort of metal rust inhibitor once I'm done? I just did an intense de-rusting on a small anvil. If you can knock off all of the bulk rust, I can recommend phosphoric acid-based anti-rust gel. It did a great job at cutting down all the fine rust, but as a bonus, it left the entire surface with a simple phosphate bluing that I just needed to oil. The trick I found was to just apply it a few times over the course of an hour, and rub it in wherever it dries up (wearing gloves of course). I think I paid like $8 for a bottle of it at home depot e: what wesley said. CLP is great stuff, I use it on pretty much everything.
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Nov 19, 2021 04:30
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Deviant posted:how's the heat resistance on a standard mechanix glove? for 3d printers i sometimes have to handle 215*C metal and while i try not to touch it, i am clumsy and stupid. I wouldn't trust it, but they do have versions meant for heat.
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Nov 19, 2021 05:15
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Verman posted:I wouldn't trust it, but they do have versions meant for heat. yeah but these parts are tiny and fiddly so i need dexterity
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Nov 19, 2021 05:44
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Deviant posted:yeah but these parts are tiny and fiddly so i need dexterity I’ve used these and the dexterity is decent. I got a pair of petzl repelling gloves for cheap at rei 5+ years ago and used them grinding knives when my full blacksmithing gloves were to bulky. I still have them and they’ve held up pretty well.
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Nov 19, 2021 07:17
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Deviant posted:yeah but these parts are tiny and fiddly so i need dexterity Can you handle the parts with tongs? Or a small pair of pliers?
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Nov 19, 2021 11:25
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Combining these last two topics - I inherited an old drill press on which the main shaft supporting the base plate is severely rusted. After I wire wheel it clean can I use CLP on all those parts too? Just to avoid the sudden re-rusting.
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Nov 19, 2021 11:27
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Literally A Person posted:Cool. Thanks for the quick write-up. Looks like it's probably going to be the OG mechanix and just hope that the thicker material on the fingers will keep me from getting all scratched up. Just thinking out loud here, would it be possible to buy the plain gloves that have the good dexterity and just add _something_ to the knuckles where you get hit a lot? Glue on some bits of metal or 3d print some knuckle guards maybe. Some extra duct tape on there might help perhaps?
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Nov 19, 2021 11:37
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Deviant posted:yeah but these parts are tiny and fiddly so i need dexterity Dex is a dump stat you want Con or Int on your gloves
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Nov 19, 2021 12:27
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You should never have to handle the metal on a hotend whiles it’s hot, just use tools and do most of the fiddle bits (getting the nozzle threaded on or off all the way) while it’s cold.
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Nov 19, 2021 16:08
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I really like MaxiFlex and maxi cut style work gloves (nitrile dipped cut reactant cloth—they’re stretchy and form fitting) for things that require dexterity, and looks like they make that style glove with heat or impact protection. They can vary a bit in how stiff they are so it might take a couple tries to find the right fit. Thermal example: https://www.zoro.com/temp-dex-heat-...AiABEgKy6fD_BwE Some impact resistant ones in here: https://www.mdsassociates.com/catal...og-product-list For me the knit coated gloves have better dexterity since they can fit right with no seams.
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Nov 19, 2021 16:27
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powderific posted:I really like MaxiFlex and maxi cut style work gloves (nitrile dipped cut reactant cloth—they’re stretchy and form fitting) for things that require dexterity, and looks like they make that style glove with heat or impact protection. They can vary a bit in how stiff they are so it might take a couple tries to find the right fit. Some of this stuff looks great!!
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Nov 19, 2021 16:44
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Dr. Despair posted:You should never have to handle the metal on a hotend whiles it’s hot, just use tools and do most of the fiddle bits (getting the nozzle threaded on or off all the way) while it’s cold. see again: i am clumsy and stupid. got my palm on a heat gun the other day that i had set aside. if there arent gloves that do this that's fine, honestly even the mechanix might be enough for the occasional 'i brushed my hand against the heat block while doing a hot tighten'
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Nov 19, 2021 16:53
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Deviant posted:see again: i am clumsy and stupid. got my palm on a heat gun the other day that i had set aside. Wear the gloves. They're not tongs and if you pick up and hold something hot you'll still get burnt, but you'll get some protection. I wear loose-fitting elk hide gloves when I'm blacksmithing, they've saved me from a lot of painful oopses. Even a touch from red-hot metal takes a tiny fraction of a second to get through which gives me time to get the hot thing away from my hand.
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Nov 19, 2021 20:48
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Deviant posted:how's the heat resistance on a standard mechanix glove? for 3d printers i sometimes have to handle 215*C metal and while i try not to touch it, i am clumsy and stupid. synthetic fibre, so probably bad. mechanix does make heat resistant gloves specifically for this. or try some TIG welding gloves if you need the dex.
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Nov 19, 2021 22:15
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DeWalt 6AH, 4AH, charger, and case for $199 and then a free tool as well. https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-MAX-XR-Premium-Lithium-Ion-Starter-Kit-6-0Ah-DCB246CK/313759426
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Nov 20, 2021 15:54
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Looks like there's similar deals in other colors as well.
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I have no idea where on the forums to ask about this, but this thread might be appropriate? Basically I'm looking at knives for both defense and general utility for camping and stuff. Is there a good website to buy these things or good brands that I can feel comfortable buying from? Also are there popular retailers like bass pro or something that carry stuff like this for decent prices?
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wandler20 posted:DeWalt 6AH, 4AH, charger, and case for $199 and then a free tool as well. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-18-Volt-LXT-Lithium-Ion-4-0-Ah-Battery-and-Rapid-Optimum-Charger-Starter-Pack-BL1840BDC2/310377140 if you're on the correct team, the makita has the same deal
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Dracula Factory posted:Basically I'm looking at knives for both defense Dracula Factory posted:and general utility for camping and stuff
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Nov 22, 2021 22:10
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Dracula Factory posted:I have no idea where on the forums to ask about this, but this thread might be appropriate? Basically I'm looking at knives for both defense and general utility for camping and stuff. Is there a good website to buy these things or good brands that I can feel comfortable buying from? Also are there popular retailers like bass pro or something that carry stuff like this for decent prices? Knives: My son took one off the counter and started stabbing the couch, giggling is a knife thread.
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Rexxed posted:Knives: My son took one off the counter and started stabbing the couch, giggling is a knife thread.
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Dracula Factory posted:I have no idea where on the forums to ask about this, but this thread might be appropriate? Basically I'm looking at knives for both defense and general utility for camping and stuff. Is there a good website to buy these things or good brands that I can feel comfortable buying from? Also are there popular retailers like bass pro or something that carry stuff like this for decent prices? I don't know about defense, but for camping, and utility around the house, I love Morkniv. https://morakniv.se/en/ Their basic ones are super cheap on Amazon, and I've used the ones I have a ton. The Companion goes with me on every camping trip, and the Chisel is always close at hand when I'm working in the shop.
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Defence, lol. For camping / survival type stuff I have a Fällkniven F1 that I've used for years, it's fantastic.
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Nov 23, 2021 00:00
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Used a knife to stop myself from getting mugged and carjacked by 3 guys during a pizza delivery years ago, but ok lol away. Not sure why I thought I should ask anyone on SA about this, so I'm definitely an idiot too.
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Nov 23, 2021 00:21
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Who makes decent hand tools these days? I'm finally tired of not having metric nut drivers and want to pick some up. Most of my hand tools are craftsman and date back to when they weren't utter garbage. I know they're just nut drivers, so they don't need to be amazing, but at the same time I don't want to ever buy another set in my lifetime.
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Dracula Factory posted:Used a knife to stop myself from getting mugged and carjacked by 3 guys during a pizza delivery years ago, but ok lol away. Not sure why I thought I should ask anyone on SA about this, so I'm definitely an idiot too. OP you got lucky once but as a dude who's treated a few patients that got stabbed, please don't roll those dice again. Knife fights always end badly for the winner and worse for the loser, and the odds were 3 to 1 against you. In this case you escalated and got lucky but if even one of those guys had their own knife it could have gone real bad for you, and I promise you your wallet or even your car is not worth your life
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hypnophant posted:OP you got lucky once but as a dude who's treated a few patients that got stabbed, please don't roll those dice again. Knife fights always end badly for the winner and worse for the loser, and the odds were 3 to 1 against you. In this case you escalated and got lucky but if even one of those guys had their own knife it could have gone real bad for you, and I promise you your wallet or even your car is not worth your life
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Dracula Factory posted:Thank you for your concern, but I know what I'm doing in regards to fighting and escalation(that was not the only time things went a-ok for everyone because I armed myself right), I don't need internet people to teach me. I just wanted a question answered about reliable things.
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Nov 23, 2021 01:51
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Does Milwaukee have an m18 fighting knife yet?
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Slugworth posted:ITT a master of the blade asks if Bass Pro has any good knives. I'm not ever going to try kill anyone with it, internet person.
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Nov 23, 2021 02:14
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While you were all futzing around with angle grinders OP was studying the blade.
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jfc goons, life is not a video game.
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