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Utility folders for boxes, cordage, and food — utility-framed.

LatestknivesJul 19, 20267 min

How to Clean & Lube a Folding Knife

Cardboard dust and pocket lint turn a folding knife gritty and invite rust. Here is how to clean and lube a folder without full disassembly: flush the pivot, dry it completely, add one drop of oil, and protect the blade so your utility folder opens smooth for years.

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