Keeping carbon steel from rusting

[Bud B.]

Would it be taboo to spray with a cheap  clearcoat laquer after sharpening? Just curious.

I blacksmith as a hobby and use the spray clearcoat to protect the finish of heated steel while heat is still present. (Slightly warmer than touchable) I figured after applying a bit of heat to evaporate any moisture a quick spray of clearcoat may keep it from rusting for an extended period of time. Maybe heat from a hairdryer.... Not sure how it might effect the cutting edge though.

[longarrow]

I just use BowString wax, I always have it available..cheap..WORKS!

[Swamp Preacher]

Nocams,
I used to find it at the Hardware but hadn't seen in a while, so I googled it and had a can at the house in three days. Might make a whale of a bow string wax! Will let you know how that works out! I mean useful for aircraft cables sliding by each other, why not bow string string strands?

[S.C. Hunter]

I use vaseline like I said earlier. I haven't stopped the bleeding on any animal I have shot using vaseline. I guess I should use a jar of vaseline next time. Just joking Chop.    I may give the silicone a try, that stuff is mighty slick. Will have to be extra careful when I handle the broadheads.

[bigbadjon]

I don' think a miniscule vaseline would stop a gaping arrow wound but huge globs of does stop bleeding on pro fighters.