PZ MINI AXE

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Kydex

Kydex is strong, robust and hard-working. It is a thermoform plastic that is moulded and formed when hot.

Kydex sheath features eyelets down both sides for attaching knife to belt, vests and backpacks at multiple locations and angles for rapid access.

Kydex is often used within the armed forces and emergency services to make belt and utility clips for securing items to belts and backpacks.

Blade care: Steel used is 80CRV2

• Always keep your knife dry and clean
• Hand wash with warm soapy water. No abrasive sponges. 
• Never put your knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking in water.
• Dry your knife completely using an absorbent towel.
• Once clean and dry to store, apply a thin layer of food grade oil such as 'Stella food grade mineral oil' to create a physical barrier to moisture and acids.

Special Care for Carbon Steel AXES

Carbon steel AXES require a few extra steps to maintain your blade.

After washing and drying your axe, we recommend oiling it with a food safe, neutral oil, such as "Stella food safe mineral oil' to protect your blade and encourage a slow and even patina. The oil will act as a barrier to help protect against future exposure to moisture and acids. We like mineral oil because it is food safe, has no flavor, no smell, and will not dry out or build up on steel as easily.

Apply a pea-sized amount of oil to the axe and evenly distribute in a thin layer from spine to edge. Oiling the edge of the knife can help keep your axe sharper longer, however, DO NOT DIRECTLY TOUCH THE EDGE OF YOUR AXE WITH YOUR FINGERS. To oil the edge of your axe, apply a small amount of oil to a thick towel and gently run the oiled towel over the edge. Wipe off any excess oil and store.

Handle care:

All handles when assembled and prior to shipping are coated in WD-40 to help prevent moisture ingress and enhance the colour/lustre of the handle material. If after heavy use or cleaning with grease cutting dish soap the handles appear to

Maintenance:

We recommend a professional tune-up at least once a year, even if you are sharpening at home. If you do not sharpen your own knives, we recommend you have them sharpened when they start to feel dull. A sharp knife is always safer than a dull knife/axe.