Should I do same with my insulated screwdriver tips?Light rub with some wire wool to remove the rust and a spray with WD40 every so often.
Shall I use the 3 in 1 oil instead John?WD40 does not seem to last long.
Yes, if you have it. Almost any light oil will do the job.Shall I use the 3 in 1 oil instead John?
And maybe consider lining the bottom of the tool box with VCI paper as well if it is reasonably sealed? Having gone over to using water sealed tool boxes recently (deWalt Tough System 2) I have started using silica gel bags inside my tool boxes which have so far kept things rust free over the 2 week Christmas shut down when it seemingly rained every day and my tools were stored in a damp out building. Seemed to make a differenceYou can keep an oily rag in the toolbox to wipe things after use.
Whilst some manufacturers chromium plate tools, that costs a lot more and the plated tools are often no better quality than unplated ones from the same manufacturer. In any case many tools are simply not available plated, just think wood chisels, files, taps and dies, etc meaning that steps always need to be taken to protect themBuy better made tools?
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