Maintenance: Clean, Oil, and Protect

Maintenance: Clean, Oil, and Protect

Routine maintenance is critical to keeping your Emerson knife in top condition. After each use, clean the blade to remove dirt, debris, and liquids, which can lead to rust or corrosion. Pay close attention to the pivot points on folding knives, ensuring they’re free from buildup. A light application of oil on the blade and pivots will keep everything running smoothly, protecting against friction and corrosion. If your knife is exposed to a marine environment, we recommend rinsing with fresh water and air drying before storage. Reapplication of a corrosion preventive oil may also be applied at this time. 

The easiest way is to rinse the knife in clean fresh water after marine or chemical exposure. Make sure to dry your knife completely after rinsing. Compressed air is useful in blowing out dust and dirt from the inner parts of the knife. If you are going to be storing your knife for long periods of time, be sure to coat the blade and pivot area in light oil to keep in working shape.

Like any tool or firearm, a knife is subject to the wear and tear of time. Keeping it clean ensures it will last for generations to come. If you notice a buildup of dust or debris within the knife, we suggest that you use compressed air to clear it out. The easiest way to clean your knife, especially after chemical exposure, is to rinse it in clean fresh water. Make sure to dry your knife completely after rinsing.

Routine maintenance is critical to keeping your Emerson knife in top condition. After each use, clean the blade to remove dirt, debris, and liquids, which can lead to rust or corrosion. Pay close attention to the pivot points on folding knives, ensuring they’re free from buildup. A light application of oil on the blade and pivots will keep everything running smoothly, protecting against friction and corrosion. If your knife is exposed to a marine environment, we recommend rinsing with fresh water and air drying before storage. Reapplication of a corrosion preventive oil may also be applied at this time. 

The easiest way is to rinse the knife in clean fresh water after marine or chemical exposure. Make sure to dry your knife completely after rinsing. Compressed air is useful in blowing out dust and dirt from the inner parts of the knife. If you are going to be storing your knife for long periods of time, be sure to coat the blade and pivot area in light oil to keep in working shape.

Like any tool or firearm, a knife is subject to the wear and tear of time. Keeping it clean ensures it will last for generations to come. If you notice a buildup of dust or debris within the knife, we suggest that you use compressed air to clear it out. The easiest way to clean your knife, especially after chemical exposure, is to rinse it in clean fresh water. Make sure to dry your knife completely after rinsing.

You can oil the blade and the pivot area from time to time with any good, light oil such as WD-40. If the knife becomes encrusted with dirt or sand, it can be completely disassembled and cleaned out thoroughly.

Cleaning Light Colored Handles: Dish soap and water or Simple Green with a toothbrush.

If you take your knife apart we do recommend that you use a small drop (the size of a pinhead) Low or Medium strength LocTite on the threads of the pivot screw.

You can oil the blade and the pivot area from time to time with any good, light oil such as WD-40. If the knife becomes encrusted with dirt or sand, it can be completely disassembled and cleaned out thoroughly.

Cleaning Light Colored Handles: Dish soap and water or Simple Green with a toothbrush.

If you take your knife apart we do recommend that you use a small drop (the size of a pinhead) Low or Medium strength LocTite on the threads of the pivot screw.

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