r/Axecraft • u/WittyRabbit8109 • 2d ago
Is this rust on my new hults bruk aneby?
And if so is it excessive enough to return it and get a new one?
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u/lifeinmisery 2d ago
Carbon steel rusts.
Go chop something, then rub some oil on the head before putting it away.
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u/WittyRabbit8109 2d ago
Will do, thanks.
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u/East-Dot1065 2d ago
Honestly, since it's not pitting, it looks like an oxide layer. It's a common way to treat carbon steel to keep it from rusting too much. Once oxidized, adding a bit of oil will seal it and keep it from pitting. Just remember to oil after use, and it shouldn't become a problem.
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u/Zestyclose_Trip_1924 2d ago
I have seen success with rubbing wood rounds on it to remove rust.
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u/anothersip 2d ago
Like others have said - keep using it! You can wipe on some gun oil, linseed oil, or camelia oil on it after use (when fully dry) to help keep it from continuing to oxidize - if it's going to sit for long periods, or in damp areas.
But, like most other metal tools, regular usage is the best treatment. Like a cast-iron pan - continuous use and care.
I found a bunch of old iron tools like axe heads, hatchets, farming tools and such, in a shed on my property. I hit them all with a wire-brush using my drill until I reached bare metal. Then, I oiled them and put them to use. I keep an eye on my tools every few months when they're not in use, just to make sure there's nothing wrong and to make sure they're stored properly.
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u/tjaxeall 1d ago
Wire wheel if you care to then oil head. Otherwise just run it, it's a tool. We all babied an axe or two but ultimately it's most fun when used 🙌 enjoy that sweet axe man!
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u/WittyRabbit8109 1d ago
Appreciate it! It’s definitely a gorgeous and great feeling axe.
The only other axe I owned prior was significantly less expensive and has never rusted so with how much money axes like this one go for these days I was a little caught off guard to see it arrive like this.
I’ll definitely just take everyone’s advice here and oil/wipe it down and put it to good use.
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u/Trash_Kit 2d ago
I wouldn't return for that. It was just stored with a bit too much humidity, which is bound to happen again. Steel wool and Ballistol and let'r rip.
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u/Basic-Cauliflower-71 2d ago
I use this stuff called autosol. It’s a metal polish. Just dab some on both sides and rub it in with a rag.
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u/CrowMooor 2d ago
Don't be afraid of surface rust. Put some oil or wax on it between uses and it will wear off, and not come back.
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u/Narrow-Word-8945 2d ago
It is, but just start swinging it and the rust will wear off, otherwise treat it with some oil , wax, even WD will coat it, !!!
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u/DaemonCRO 2d ago
Fine steel wool, rub it off, actually use the axe, put oil or wax on it when done.
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u/madhakish 2d ago
Oil it, melt some paraffin and wipe on a thin layer. Chop stuff. Repeat (occasionally).
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u/fishlore123 2d ago
I have carbon steel knives and use grapeseed oil on them when theyre not in use but for a tool you could probably just rub a little engine oil on it to keep the ambient moisture from causing surface rust
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u/Conan3121 2d ago
Surface oxidation? Very gentle stainless steel rub will bring it off. Regular oil applications to axe head including during storage. I like Ballistol. And I carry a 50ml/2oz bottle of Ballistol and a small rag into the field for prompt application to CS knives, tools after use.
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u/Funny-Rich4128 1d ago
Yes, chop with it to rub the rust off like others say, maybe use steel wool, I don't thik it will remove the black forge patina and for oil I use lenseedoil, it works for me.
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u/Phasmata 2d ago
Yes. No.