Ka-Bar Knife Care

[Parrothead]

I have a vintage ka-bar knife which served in Pearl Harbor in 1941. This knife was given to my late grandfather by the family of one of the men he served beside in the navy. To date, i have done nothing with the knife other than a light coat of oil from time to time. I  won't ever sale it--i just want to know how to properly care for it until it is passed on again. Any suggestions......Pictures below.

 

 

 

 

 

[Spots]

Keep it sharp, oil it regularly and don't store it in the leather sheath. Keep the handle and sheath protected with mineral oil or kiwi natural shoe polish. I really need to order up another ka bar, mine was stolen and every Marine should own one

[Parrothead]

Keep it sharp, oil it regularly and don't store it in the leather sheath. Keep the handle and sheath protected with mineral oil or kiwi natural shoe polish. I really need to order up another ka bar, mine was stolen and every Marine should own one

 

Thanks for the info--

 

Because i like to as "why" everytime someone tells me something, whats the harm in storing it in the sheath? Please don't take me wrong--i'm not questioning your advise. I'm just  trying to learn....

 

Thanks again!

[Spots]

Leather attracts and holds mostiure. Carbon steel blade will rust if left in the sheath for long periods of time. No harm in asking, I ask why a lot too lol

[Guest cardcutter]

The leather leaches the oil from the blade and can cause rust. I have had mine since 83. I carried it in the gulf. I keep it sharp and I keep it oiled.