do you need to use honing oil with this or can i just use it
1763533
I have used oil and just water. Both work great but, I'd use one or the other. Other wise, it will just wear out the stone. I was just using the stone to sharpen my lawn mower blade and my machete, today. It's an awesome stone.
1763534
works well without honing oil,as wet stone using water just as well havent used honing oil but would think it would be good
1763535
The basic purpose of a "honing oil" is to help remove or manage the metal that is being stripped from the objects edge. Therefore, if you don't mind brushing off the stripped metal from the stone USE IT DRY. Otherwise use an oil or water and stick with it. Don't switch back and forth. Good luck!
1285513
I use it primarily for honing and keeping the edge sharp. If my knife is really dull and I cannot get a sharp smooth edge with the ceramic rod then I use a stone to redefine the edge. I have found that using the ceramic rod after every two or three uses then I seldom have to use the stone.
998608
yes, no question. Just let it burn for some hours after setting it up to burn off the oils used in manufacture. Just be careful. Regard the other posts -
276659
I have not done that particularly, but I can't see why not, as long as you don't overdo it. I agree that using a base oil is best.
1413734
Have never needed to use oil,I really like this product,it's rare any more for me to find something that works like it claims.I do not see oil doing any harm to this product.
698067
maybe you forget to seasoned the pan before using it, because it happened to me when i bought that item. if you do not know how to do it, just put some oil all over the pan and heat it, until hot, then reduce the heat and you can already use it. after using just wash with water, but if you used soap do not forget to rub some oil after dry.
250703
u need a light oil such as 3 in 1 oil couple drops on yur blade before and after u are done using it.
1819987
I used the oil which came with the saw i dont buy oil yet. But the manual said that you can used any oil with the saw
1900271
The directions didn't say not to, so I am choosing to use any oil I would like. I am just making sure to clean it often as the directions state. (Every 10 hours of use)
1663230
Your choice lacquer, or poly. You could probally use tru oil but I have not tried that.
572339
Its recommended to oil the blades before use. This oils it as well so no but you have to oil it before the next usage.
1340490
Use the recommended Amount on the bottle and if u use synthetic oil u have to use the synthetic stabilizer.
1534060
Yes. It is a very pourus stone that would get loaded with material without a lubricant. Also the slurry of stone dust and materials in the honing oil make the stone more efficient. I use either deisel fuel or mineral oil for most. This stone is really thirsty so I soaked it in mineral oil before use and keep it lubed up with more as I use it.
1499859
Dont use any oil or grease in the bore no this doesnt need to be mixed with regular slip oil
1866476
The rod that comes with it is actually a "honing" rod. Sharpening is what must to be done to a dull knife to make it sharp again. This is best done by professionals. Honing is what is done to a relatively sharp knife to maintain a nice sharp edge. This you can and should do yourself. If you regularly use the honing steel provided, you will not have to sharpen these (or at least not as often). We love our set. We hone them each time we use them and they all still have a great edge.
1760154
Probably the Deep Shine. Similar but you use less of the deep shine because of the oil in it
74371
You must use oil on this stone. Three in One oil is good, as is any light oil. Diamond and "Whet" stones use water only. I prefer diamond stones for sharpening knives for food prep, because you can rinse them off under the tap.