Safety & Storage Tips 

Proper care, handling, and storage are essential to maintaining the beauty, sharpness, and performance of your handcrafted Ransack Viking blades. Whether your knife or axe features Damascus steel, high-carbon steel, hardwood handles, or natural horn handles, following these guidelines will help ensure long-lasting durability and safe use.

Our products are crafted with high-quality natural materials that require responsible handling. This guide covers everything you need to know about using, storing, and caring for your blade.

1. General Safety Tips

✔ Always Cut Away From Your Body

Never cut toward yourself or hold material in your hand while cutting.

✔ Keep Your Blade Sharp

A sharp blade is safer than a dull one—it requires less force and reduces slipping.

✔ Use the Right Tool for the Job

Do not use knives for prying, hammering, digging, chopping wood (unless it’s a designated chopper), or other unintended tasks.

✔ Keep Out of Reach of Children

Store knives safely and responsibly.

✔ Maintain a Firm Grip

Always ensure your hands and handle are dry before use to avoid slipping.

2. Damascus Steel & High-Carbon Steel Blade Care

Damascus and high-carbon steel deliver superior sharpness and edge retention, but they require proper care due to their reactive nature.

✔ Keep the Blade Dry

Moisture causes rust. Dry your blade completely after each use.

✔ Apply Oil Regularly

Coat the blade lightly with food-safe mineral oil or gun oil to prevent rust.
Recommended frequency:

  • Weekly for humid climates

  • After each use for outdoor or food use

✔ Avoid Prolonged Water Exposure

Do not leave the blade in water or wash it in a dishwasher.

✔ Store in a Dry Environment

Humidity can cause corrosion. Use silica gel or moisture absorbers in storage areas.

✔ Clean Gently

Use a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners that may scratch the pattern or finish.

✔ Wipe After Touching

Fingerprints contain acids that can cause spotting; wipe the blade after handling.

3. Wooden Handle Care

Wood is a natural, living material that expands and contracts with moisture and temperature. Proper care ensures long-term durability.

✔ Keep Wood Dry

Do not soak wooden handles in water—this can cause swelling or cracking.

✔ Oil the Handle Regularly

Use linseed oil, Danish oil, tung oil, or mineral oil.
Apply monthly or when the wood looks dry.

✔ Avoid Extreme Temperatures

Do not leave your knife in a hot car, near heaters, or in freezing temperatures.

✔ Clean Gently

Use mild soap and water only; never submerge the handle fully.

4. Natural Horn Handle Care

Natural horn handles offer a unique look, but they require hydration and gentle care.

✔ Keep the Handle Moisturized

Apply a thin layer of mineral oil or beeswax to prevent drying and cracking.

✔ Avoid Water Exposure

Horn can warp or delaminate if soaked.

✔ Prevent Heat Damage

Do not leave in high heat or direct sunlight.

✔ Store in Neutral Temperature

Extreme cold can cause horn to become brittle.

5. Leather Sheath Care

Leather sheaths are designed for carrying—not long-term storage.

✔ Do Not Store the Blade in the Sheath Long-Term

Leather absorbs moisture and can cause the blade to rust.

✔ Use Leather Conditioner

Apply leather oil or conditioner every few months to keep it soft.

✔ Avoid Water Exposure

If your sheath gets wet, air dry it without heat.

6. Long-Term Storage Tips

Whether you store your knife for weeks or years, proper storage prevents rust, warping, and damage.

✔ Oil the Blade Before Storage

Creates a protective barrier against moisture.

✔ Use a Knife Roll, Display Stand, or Dry Drawer

Avoid sealed humid environments.

✔ Add Silica Gel Packs

Ideal for drawers, safes, and display cases.

✔ Store Away From Direct Sunlight

UV rays can fade wood, leather, and horn.

✔ Do Not Store in Leather

Leather attracts moisture and can oxidize steel.

7. Safety Reminders for Outdoor Use

✔ Clean After Hunting or Food Prep

Blood, acids, and moisture can corrode steel quickly.

✔ Re-Oil Before Storing

Especially after outdoor or wet conditions.

✔ Check the Handle Before Use

Make sure no cracks or looseness are present.

✔ Use a Proper Cutting Surface

Avoid stone, metal, or hard surfaces that can chip the blade.

8. When to Contact Us

If your blade develops:

  • Structural failure

  • Handle loosening

  • Unexpected rust or chipping

  • Manufacturing defects

You are covered under our Lifetime Warranty for failures during normal use.

Reach us at:
📩 sa***@***********ng.com

Your Blade Is Built to Last — Treat It Well

With proper care, your handcrafted Ransack Viking blade can last a lifetime. Damascus steel, high-carbon steel, wood, and natural horn offer unmatched beauty and performance—when treated with respect and maintained correctly.