Vazeline ( pharmacy ) for adjustable DE razors?

[EmBe]

If I'm not mistaken, Karve mentions they use vaseline on the threading on their products.

 

[cpcohen1945]

This is a recurring question in B&B threads. I've just been over some older threads, discussing lubrication on threaded parts, particularly on Zamak razors.

Based on those discussions, the most-common water-resistant lubricants seem to be either:

• Vaseline (generic "petroleum jelly"), which is very inexpensive, and easy to find, or
• silicone-based grease ("plumber's grease" or "dielectric grease"), which is probably more resistant to water, and more expensive. (Silicone-based "dielectric grease" is available at any auto-parts store; it's thick, and difficult to wash off, which is what you want to avoid corrosion of threaded parts).

"Choji oil" is really popular among straight-razor users. I don't know how effective it is on threaded parts in a damp environment.

As has been pointed out, "galling" (threaded parts fusing together) is a known problem with stainless steel. So, while corrosion isn't a problem with s/s threads, lubrication is probably a good idea.

There is a saying among marine mechanics (maybe all mechanics):

. . . "Grease is cheaper than parts."

May your razors last forever --

. Charles

 

[Star_Wahl_Clipper_Treker]

"Grease is cheaper than parts."

I'm a small engine mechanic, I also agree with this statement!

 

[HDSledge]

After all, some people say the Earth is flat…
B.

Looks flat from here.

On topic: oil and other stuff that clings to moving razor parts will collect dirt which then becomes an abrasive paste. Keep 'em clean and dry, no oil needed but if you must: use something that will wash off next shave like a tiny drop of mineral oil. We aren't talking about machinery or guns etc. that need oil/lube to function properly. If you have to free up an adjustable clean it, don't use oils, avoid thick lubricants like the plague.