Bayonet Preservation

[Ryan G.]

This 44 Fnj was my first purchase in German Military Memorabilia; I was wondering what everyone thought with regards to preservation and possibly anything concerning the frog. Currently I only wipe it down with a clean cloth and lubricate with Hoppes 9 oil.
I wanted to remove the throat so I can wipe it down however; it was difficult to pull out after I removed the screw so I just left it alone. It also seems as tho it is bound to the scabbard by years of non-use?
If anyone can share their thoughts/ideas on what is proper your input will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Graczyk.R

[james m]

I don't use oil on any of my edged weapons since it collects dust . IMO: Dust and other airborne particles combine into a gritty paste that can actually damage edged weapons. I use Ren Wax,although I think any paste wax will work, on both the blade and exterior surfaces of my own collection. I have been doing this for many years with good results.
I'm sure you'll get other opinions but that's mine.

[CWP]

If you keep this in a climate-controlled room, the condition will remain stable. James's suggestion of using wax is not bad but it is likely not necessary to do this, either. In most cases it is best to do nothing with these items, just store them right.

[besslein]

In most cases it is best to do nothing with these items, just store them right.

agree

[james m]

agree

Chris:
We in the Southwest have a different problem than most collectors and that's low humidity. This can and will play hell with wood so that's one of the reasons I use wax particularly on items like political dagger grips. It also does a good job of preventing fingerprints.
Jim

[Ryan G.]

Re

Thanks everyone for the feedback I appreciate it!
Graczyk.R

[Stu W]

I don't use oil on any of my edged weapons since it collects dust . IMO: Dust and other airborne particles combine into a gritty paste that can actually damage edged weapons. I use Ren Wax,although I think any paste wax will work, on both the blade and exterior surfaces of my own collection. I have been doing this for many years with good results.
I'm sure you'll get other opinions but that's mine.

I use Ren Wax too. Have for years with good results.

Regards,
Stu