See if you can pick up diamond-dust files. They come in 3 degrees: fine,
medium, coarse. When you file branch cutters and other rounded surfaces,
file only on the OUTSIDE of the curve. Don't overdo it, because removing
too much steel will leave a gap between the blades.
Naval jelly does remove rust, but it also dulls the blade. It's a no-no for
bonsai tools.
After getting the tool as sharp as possible, wash all the dirt off with warm
water & soap, dry it well, then apply a coat of mineral oil or baby oil.
Good luck.
Marty H.
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Dhom"
To:
Sent: Monday, August 29, 2005 6:09 PM
Subject: [IBC] Rusty tools


Besides "don't do that"... any advice on cleaning up bonsai tools that are
rusty. I bought a set of joshua roth tools when i got into bonsai years
ago
and I let them get wet/rusty last fall. The last thing I tried was naval
jelly which got much of the rust but has left them with a milky film.
Suggestions for getting remaining rust and residue off my tools?
--
Best,
John Dhom

Nashville area
Zone 6, Sunset 33

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