With use and age, even the best knife is going to need to be cared for. With proper maintenance, a knife can last for generations and be passed down as a family heirloom.

W.R. Case knives knows just about everything there is to know about knives. They have some great advice you should follow on caring for your knife. They offer six tips that you should heed if you want to keep your knife as good as new.

Removing Rust

Rust spots on older knives should be oiled well and the knife should be allowed to sit for a few days. Rust can then be removed by carefully scraping away the rust spot with the tip of a sharp, stiff knife… [continued]

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