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[hgoggan]

Have received a new Miyabi 8" birchwood handle kitchen knife. Interested in finding the best ways to store, maintain, sharpen, and use the knife. Before using I am considering waterproofing the handle with Tung oil. Most likely with a 50 / 50 mix of raw tung oil and citrus solvent to aid in absorption. Suggestions are welcomed.

 

[daveb]

Welcome


Most knife geeks keep food safe mineral oil around for wooden handles and cutting boards.

 

[Mrmnms]

I use a beeswax mix I got from Dave Martell. Not slippery

 

[Se1ryu]

Beeswax with mineral oil is a great choice. I used it on all of my wa handle and saya.