Thread: What *is* Camellia Oil?

Originally Posted by Groggy

Do you mean Traditional Wax? If it works I'm more than happy to use it. Has anyone else tried it on tools? Comments? (Neil?)

Yep Trad Wax. I used to use beeswax mixed with a little CRC on tools until I discovered trad wax. The Trad Wax Leaves a nice silky feel on polished metal.

The food stuff should be fine, but don't bother because I have found it doesn't do squat even around here, where it's supposed to be from...

I use a lanolin based spray stuff. Stops all rust dead, and is even cheaper than camelia oil around here.

BTW, today was 35.5 degrees and humidity rated as 'obscene to all sentient lifeforms'...

Originally Posted by Groggy

I am thinking of dipping a toe in the water with this lot in the USA but I'm unsure on the shipping costs.

Price is US$15 for 16oz (500ml) + shipping

Grogs

I only bought 2 oz just to try out. I'm happy with SilverGlide, except a less viscous substance would allow me to spray into the nooks and crannies (ie around the cap lock on a plane) without dissembling every time.

Lets see how it goes.

Ditto to wot Craig sez.
Actually, I use any old paste wax, with same results. I keep Neill's stuff for furniture, cos it's easier to apply and buff off than other brands tried.......

Cheers,

I'm with Schtoo - spray on lanolin is the go - no sign of rust even when the spring up the hill decides to appear in the shed and the humidity gets high enough for several strains of mould unknown to the pharmaceutical companies growns on the wood!

This has been an informative thread. From what I've read so far, Lanolin spray and Trad wax are preferred over the Camellia Oil.

I use Lanolin spray on my lawn mower (so it smells like a sheep eating the grass ) and there is no rust, though there is a coating all over that catches dust. Mind you, I don't wipe down the mower like my machines and hand tools.

I have some U-Beaut Traditional wax so I'll give it a go on some planes and maybe the jointer.

As for other methods, in the past I've read of Boeshield and Topcote plus a CRC Glide-on product but they have had poor reviews too. It would seem that maybe trad wax or Lanolin spray might be the most effective and cost efficient.

Thanks for the input so far.

I'm a recent convert to SilverGlide - picked up a tin from Carbatec recently.

Prevents rust, and (most importantly) all my planes are now nice and sparkly.......love that glitter finish

I don't know of the Brands of wax you speak of, but for my part, Good old Paste Wax works wonders for protecting tools and equipment. Regular applications will keep rust from forming as well as provide a smooth slick surface. It also prevent pitch and other gooey substances from adhereing. The price is right as well, a can of wax will last a long time and the application is simple and easy. Keep it handy to protect your tools as well as finish off that new project.

For over 30 years in a WWing classroom I always protected equipment and tools with Paste wax I prefer Johnsons, but whatever brand you have will also work well, just stay away from products with Silicone. As it will leave a residue on the wood that repells finish and creates problems later. That is why you Never use Automobile wax for the job.

Just my $0.02 worth of opinion.

Mr Bush,

I have been using silvaglide as well, but I add emerald and gold glitter that I obtain from the Teen Girl cosmetics aisle in Kmart.

Not only do the sides of my planes glitter, but the green and gold adds a luverly touch.
Of course, using a little nail polish (preferably lilac) to the brass fittings on the knob and tote of a plane also stops the brass tarnishing, and really complements the glitter effect.

Love it.

Clint, aren't you supposed to be out looking for a new profession?

Originally Posted by Cliff Rogers

Clint, aren't you supposed to be out looking for a new profession?

Sounds like he might have found one!

Originally Posted by Cliff Rogers

Clint, aren't you supposed to be out looking for a new profession?

Sounds like he's found it.

What are they paying a stand-up comic, these days?

Clint, do you buy your own nail polish, or pinch it from the missus??

Avagooday,

Originally Posted by Cliff Rogers

Clint, aren't you supposed to be out looking for a new profession?

Yoohoo, Clint sweetie, I'm ready for my manicure and beauty treatment. All this beastly manual labour has just played havoc with my nails darling. Oh and don't get me started about this harsh tropical sun, I'm aging well before my time. And do you know, that awful inspector from workplace health and safety had the most horrible things to say about my stilletos yesterday, I mean, well he can talk his outfit was just a disaster, really who wears knee length socks? Oh Cliffie, there you are my petal, have you heard the good news? Clinton has opened a nail and beauty salon!

Mickie

You still there Mick?

Glad to hear from you - you seem to have been a bit un-naturally quiet of late.

Did you hear about a certain Blackwood tree from a friend of mine yesterday??
Cheers,
IW