Sword Cleaning Kits
Sword cleaning kits keep a blade bright, oiled and free of rust, and this page carries three simple ones. You'll find a Hanwei wax kit, a general maintenance kit and a Whetstone kit, priced from $17.97 to $24.97. They suit new owners and long time collectors alike.
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What a sword cleaning kit does
A sword cleaning kit gathers what you need to look after steel between uses. Steel reacts to moisture and to the oils on your skin, so a bare blade can spot or rust faster than most people expect. A kit usually pairs something to wipe the blade clean with something that leaves a thin protective coat behind.
Used regularly, it takes only a few minutes and keeps a sword looking the way it did on the day you bought it.
The kits on this page
The Hanwei Renaissance Wax 200 ml (7 oz) Sword Cleaning Kit is the one to pick when you want a protective wax finish on a display blade. It costs $24.97, which makes it the top of the range here.
The Sword Maintenance and Cleaning Kit is the lowest priced at $17.97, so it is a sensible first kit for a new collector. The Whetstone Sword Cleaning Kit sits in the middle at $22.97 and comes from the same brand as many of the swords we sell. Check each product page for what is in the box before you order.
If you need other items for your collection, the tools and accessories page has more.
How to choose a kit
Start with how you use your swords. A blade that sits on a stand needs an occasional wipe and a light coat, while a sword you handle often needs cleaning more often. Think about the other parts too, because wood, leather and cord handles need different care than steel.
All three kits cost within a few dollars of each other, so choose by what you own rather than by price. If you have a mixed collection, a general maintenance kit is the easy answer, and you can add wax later for your best pieces.
Habits that protect a blade
Wipe the blade with a soft cloth after every time you handle it, because fingerprints are a common cause of spots. Keep swords somewhere dry and away from windows and damp walls. Leather scabbards can trap moisture, so avoid storing a blade inside one for months at a time.
Questions people ask
What oil to clean swords?
Collectors usually use a light sword oil or a protective wax, applied in a thin coat after wiping the blade clean. Follow the directions that come with your kit and keep oil off wood and leather parts.
What is the best thing to clean knives with?
A soft cloth, a little mild cleaner and a light oil or wax coat is the usual routine. Dry the blade fully before you put it away, and avoid rough pads that can scratch the finish.
How to clean up a rusty sword blade?
For light rust, rub gently with oil and a soft cloth, then wipe clean and apply a protective coat. Heavy rust or a valuable sword is better left to a professional, since harsh scrubbing can damage the surface.