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Pugtm
10th May 2007, 03:00 AM
since i hadn't set my keikogi before wearing it my bokuto became all blue and ugly. I was wondering how to clean it. I tried with a damp cloth but now it looks dead and i think i took all the oil off. So also what kind of oil do i use on it?
Paikea
10th May 2007, 03:29 AM
since i hadn't set my keikogi before wearing it my bokuto became all blue and ugly. I was wondering how to clean it. I tried with a damp cloth but now it looks dead and i think i took all the oil off. So also what kind of oil do i use on it?I use tung oil, diluted to 75% with thinner. Wipe on, rub it in and repeat until it won't absorb more - then allow to air dry for a day or two and buff with a clean terry cloth rag. Others will recommend linseed oil or others (but it can get sticky).
Kenzan
10th May 2007, 03:29 AM
I use light coat of Olive Oil on mine once a week.
Have had no issues.

Other than that, maybe Shinai oil?

Failing that, er..Pledge? (http://image.compusa.com/prodimages/17/2dde59bd-b027-4b5c-bde9-87531957ca29.gif) :D
Kenzan
10th May 2007, 03:31 AM
I use tung oil, diluted to 75% with thinner.

Where can one buy Tung oil?
-And why use with Thinner?

Thx.
Paikea
10th May 2007, 03:37 AM
Where can one buy Tung oil?
-And why use with Thinner?

Thx.Any woodworking supply place, Home Depot or decent hardware store should have it. It's a bit gelatinous, so you need to thin it some so it will penetrate. When it cures, it polymerizes (rather like urethane or epoxy) and then it shines up nicely when you buff it.
Kenzan
10th May 2007, 03:49 AM
Thanks!
:)
Paikea
10th May 2007, 03:53 AM
since i hadn't set my keikogi before wearing it my bokuto became all blue and ugly. I was wondering how to clean it. I tried with a damp cloth but now it looks dead and i think i took all the oil off. So also what kind of oil do i use on it?...oh and the oil won't clean it. 220 grit sandpaper is really all you can do to get the indigo out.
Kenzan
10th May 2007, 03:55 AM
...oh and the oil won't clean it. 220 grit sandpaper is really all you can do to get the indigo out.

I admire how you even know the right "grit" of the sandpaper to do the job.

You sir, are mucho hardcore.
:D
Ignatz
10th May 2007, 04:33 AM
...oh and the oil won't clean it. 220 grit sandpaper is really all you can do to get the indigo out.

BLUE IS BEAUTIFUL.:grin: