Has anyone else had the blade/metal stain (black) from sitting on water(min-hour)? Only had a few days, seems rust coming on... suggestions? Normal?
1311069
This knife is carbon steel, despite being marketed as stain-free by Dexter, it is not and will both stain and rust readily if left dirty or soaking. Never leave it soaking in water, plain or with detergent. Clean promptly after using and thoroughly dry it. If your knife has rust or stains (and it sounds like your's does) try cleaning it with Bar Tenders friend and a green scrubby. If that doesn't work, try something more agressive like fine stell wool (the real stuff), or more agressive woven abrasive like 3M pads. After you have your knife clean treat it lightly with oil; NEVER use WD-40, 3-in-1, or anything similar on things that come in contact with food. Use only food safe oil, like Camelia Oil (sometimes spelled Camellia, also called tsubaki oil). You can find it at many knife sellers or woodworking supply stores (used on fine metal wood planes). Food safe mineral oil, orange oil, lemon oil, and such can also be used, but avoid any oil that goes rancid like olive, corn, or safflower oils.
1311070
I've had this cleaver for almost 2 years. Never had any issues. Been very happy with it. Try polishing it with a pumice liquid. Maybe first try polishing with toothpaste and sponge. Or a very fine grit wet sandpaper? 1000 grit? Then wiping down with a vegetable oil. I use it, wash it and put it away. Never have seen any rust. Good luck
1311071
It's carbon steel, not stainless, and should never be left in standing water. Rub it out with some wd40 or 3 in 1 oil.
1476371
For me, it didn't rust, but the metal on the bottom inside became splotchy and discolored. And it happened after the first time of use. You can see what it looks like here: http://tinypic.com/r/zv6h3d/5 (I still use it though.)
779971
Well wipe it off at after usage and put some oil on the blade and you won't have rust problems. I keep mine stored in its sheath and I have never had rust
1416580
hello there, I have the same issue , love the product and like you the rust is an issue that I have no idea what to do about.the best of luck to both of us. when the time comes, I will attempt to replace the hardware.
136470
I haven't experience it so far but I can only see that happening if they are letting the water sit. It is rare went stainless steel rust. Its a beautiful sink and worth the money.
666987
I've had the same problem. I would tend to agree with Maggie Too9 - but am frustrated bc this is the best** tea kettles available to us throw-away americans. and i'd like to not throw this away. is it really rust???
1909872
Just wipe it down with a clean cloth rag. You will want to periodically clean the blade with choji oil which can be purchased through amazon or you could use wd40 which will prevent oxidation (rust) in more humid climates.
92688
Not normal. Use a flashlight and check for rust. Return to Amazon if you are within the date to do so; otherwise you will have a difficult time to get a refund from Mastrad, if any.
1939190
Currently on my second razor of this model. Neither rusted. My only advice is to remove the used razor after use. A wet, used razor left inside will rust quickly and make a mess.
590966
I have not experienced any staining and I have had some of my Rada knives for over a decade. I wash and dry and knives after use. Do not let them sit and drip dry. If you experience any discoloration on the handle, I would suggest a gentle scrub with 0000 steel wool and a gentle dish detergent. Hope this helps
675177
Yes. Actually, any carbon blade will rust if you get it wet and don't wipe it off. You can prevent the rust by simply using a light oil like mineral oil on the blade only for this knife. If it does get light rust on it, you can take it off with a sand paper like 400 or 600 grit. If you go perpendicular to the edge with the sandpaper, it will look new again.
1628750
I have owned this knife about one year...no rust. I live in the Rocky Mountains so low humidity. I also take proper care of all my knives. Over to you. Threemountaindogs
1027671
Yes!! After about a year of use. I've tried scrubbing it clean, but it still has black discoloration. Any ideas about how to resolve this?
1961623
So far the blacking coating on the blade is holding up. If I could do it over, I would buy the plain non coated blade. I have not used this knife as much as my old Spyderco.
600133
I also have a rust problem and found the best method is to install a prefilter upstream of this one. Use one of the white string wound type filters. It helps this filter last longer. Otherwise, you get about a month or so of use.
1816573
Hi, we have used a knife and we have no rust. Just clean it right away with Mr Clean white bar and dry you should be good to go...love mine...
1476374
For me, it didn't rust, but the metal on the bottom inside became splotchy and discolored. And it happened after the first time of use. You can see what it looks like here: http://tinypic.com/r/zv6h3d/5(I still use it though.)