Turtle Wax for protecting razor finish

[razors_ej]

I have been looking for a good way to protect the finish and prevent corrosion on my razors, especially the ones that are quite brassed. I was originally looking for a lacquor to spray on it, but then I came across this article: http://shaveinfo.com/Shave_info/metal_cleaning.htm

Seems that Turtle Wax (the kind used for waxing cars) is supposed to be good for protecting the finish and preventing corrosion. Has anyone used this before? Do you think it helps? Can you think of any problems with this approach? I'd imagine I would have to re-wax every few months, probably each time I clean off the soap scum with toothbrush I would re-wax afterwards. Might try it out on one of my less special razors.

Edit: To avoid confusion I'm talking about this kind: http://www.turtlewax.com/shop/products/turtle-wax-super-hard-shell-wax-liquid
I'm not into harming turtles.

 

[rblank]

Do not see how it would hurt anything. I have waxed fiberglass shower and tubs to help prevent soap and hard water buildup.

 

[onotoman]

I wouldn't like to put Turtle Wax anywhere near my face, there is bound to be some nasty chemicals in there. Also, it's very unlikely to protect bare brass.

Even clear spray lacquer will not protect the brass as air will still get through it.

This is the reason that razors were/are plated - nickel, silver, gold, rhodium, chrome etc.

A replate in bright nickel will restore a razor to 'as new' condition if the brass is not corroded (which will happen if left exposed) and should only set you back around £25 plus postage.

 

[santamariasteve]

Is it worth the periodic effort of waxing and re-waxing? I doubt it. I would consider a replate job as more desirable and more attractive.

 

[alex2363]

I wouldn't like to put Turtle Wax anywhere near my face, there is bound to be some nasty chemicals in there. Also, it's very unlikely to protect bare brass.

Even clear spray lacquer will not protect the brass as air will still get through it.

This is the reason that razors were/are plated - nickel, silver, gold, rhodium, chrome etc.

A replate in bright nickel will restore a razor to 'as new' condition if the brass is not corroded (which will happen if left exposed) and should only set you back around £25 plus postage.

Please listen to Dave, he knows razors. The air will seep through thus dislodging the lacquer , this happens on cars too. We sometimes have to sand the whole lacquer off because once the air gets in, it starts starts a chemical process and start peeling.

 

[alex2363]

I have been looking for a good way to protect the finish and prevent corrosion on my razors, especially the ones that are quite brassed. I was originally looking for a lacquor to spray on it, but then I came across this article: http://shaveinfo.com/Shave_info/metal_cleaning.htm

Seems that Turtle Wax (the kind used for waxing cars) is supposed to be good for protecting the finish and preventing corrosion. Has anyone used this before? Do you think it helps? Can you think of any problems with this approach? I'd imagine I would have to re-wax every few months, probably each time I clean off the soap scum with toothbrush I would re-wax afterwards. Might try it out on one of my less special razors.

Edit: To avoid confusion I'm talking about this kind: http://www.turtlewax.com/shop/products/turtle-wax-super-hard-shell-wax-liquid
I'm not into harming turtles.

I wouldnt want this stuff on my face

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Water---this is ok	007732-18-5
Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate	025155-30-0
Sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate	068439-57-6
Coconut diethylamide	068603-42-9

 

[N1CK]

Never tried it but I'd be more inclined to try using something like Maas Metal Protector. Or just the regular polish, they state both have corrosion inhibitors.

 

[alex2363]

Never tried it but I'd be more inclined to try using something like Maas Metal Protector. Or just the regular polish, they state both have corrosion inhibitors.

You should not worry about corrosion on razors, they are brass and can not rust.

 

[N1CK]

You should not worry about corrosion on razors, they are brass and can not rust.

I guess. Tarnish, rust, patina, etc to me are all different terms of corrosion through oxidation. Which one you use depends on the metal.

 

[alex2363]

I guess. Tarnish, rust, patina, etc to me are all different terms of corrosion through oxidation. Which one you use depends on the metal.

Brass

 

[razors_ej]

Thanks guys I love how as a group we can discuss all kinds of ideas. I didn't dream up this idea but read it in that article. The article wasn't really talking about brassed razors but mainly saying that it will protect the plating on razors. I also read on here that others

I totally agree that replating is the best way to go but I now have too many razors to replate all of them, especially many of the low value (but still great shavers) ones I have.

In terms of harm to my face I don't see how it could be worse than using a freshly polished razor. Those metal polishes (Maas, Glitz, Autosol) would have to contain worse chemicals. Any facial contact would also be protected by lather. I'd be more worried if anything about exposure through my hands while applying it without gloves which I never wear.

If the wax doesn't adequately protect is there another method besides replating to protect? I have one black beauty that is perfect except for one pin ***** sized hole in the plating on the head. BB's are a PITA to replate I have read that many won't replate them. Is there a way to touch up this tiny spot? If a car has a stone chip you touch up the paint rather than repaint the whole car.

I don't mean to discount the importance of plating and replating but just looking for other options on the ones I won't be replating.

 

[rxonmymind]

No, no and no.....

 

[Redshirt]

Have you tried camila oil? It helps with protect japanese high carbon knives. It is not gunky at all and washes off very easily.

 

[alex2363]

Thanks guys I love how as a group we can discuss all kinds of ideas. I didn't dream up this idea but read it in that article. The article wasn't really talking about brassed razors but mainly saying that it will protect the plating on razors. I also read on here that others

I totally agree that replating is the best way to go but I now have too many razors to replate all of them, especially many of the low value (but still great shavers) ones I have.

In terms of harm to my face I don't see how it could be worse than using a freshly polished razor. Those metal polishes (Maas, Glitz, Autosol) would have to contain worse chemicals. Any facial contact would also be protected by lather. I'd be more worried if anything about exposure through my hands while applying it without gloves which I never wear.

If the wax doesn't adequately protect is there another method besides replating to protect? I have one black beauty that is perfect except for one pin ***** sized hole in the plating on the head. BB's are a PITA to replate I have read that many won't replate them. Is there a way to touch up this tiny spot? If a car has a stone chip you touch up the paint rather than repaint the whole car.

I don't mean to discount the importance of plating and replating but just looking for other options on the ones I won't be replating.

You apply the Maas to bring out the shine, then you clean it off with soap before use....the Turtle wax you apply and leave it on for protection. You see it is two different functions. One is for shining/Maas and the other one is for protection/Turtle wax.

 

[alex2363]

Have you tried camila oil? It helps with protect japanese high carbon knives. It is not gunky at all and washes off very easily.

Welcome to B&B DE forums, thank you for your participation. That is a good tip on the Camila since it washes off.

 

[alex2363]

No, no and no.....

No to what?