I have a great deal of experience working with cosmoline. This material was considerably harder to remove than Soviet cosmoline. I do not know why. Treatments with WD40 and mineral spirits succeeded in removing most of the problem, but dirt buildup around hinges remains and must be scrubbed away. Of the three knives I ordered, two were in rougher condition than expected, the third in satisfactory condition. Some minor pitting of the metal, considerable grunge on the components. Metal appears to be carbon steel on these three knives. Bakelite grips on one set damaged and not cleaning up well, other two are fine. Toolheads are holding an edge and cleaning up well.

For King and Empire - CA

Great item to have as part of the kit

Fenech - MT

Nice strong item with plenty of character. I keep one these knives with me when riding our horses in the bush. The spike is ideal for digging stones out of hooves as well as the usual purposes of a knife.

Freeman - AU