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03 Jun, 2017
Compare XCF, ACF-50, Wynn's Viscotene, Ambersil, WD40
XCP is right up there with ACF-50. XCF has the edge for long-lived survival in weather.
Before XCF dries a bit, it can drip and get everywhere, which in some cases may be the intention.
The layer is slightly dull, but does buff up, though for outdoor protection, it should be left as is.
It still looks good! On first application, XCF is extremely penetrating. Of all the anti-rust water-displacing products tried, XCP seem to survive the longest in weather.
ACF-50 is another excellent product. It works in a different way than XCP, in that there is internal electrolyte chemistry that takes out the rust mechanism. ACF-50 has a thinner layer that is still pretty tenacious! It also has a wide temperature high pressure lubrication ingredient. The grease can be used in wheel bearings. Extremists might go with ACF-50 and follow with XCF for the flexible cover layer.
Wynn's Viscotene is a sticky-tacky stuff. It starts off as a oily fluid that rapidly becomes "sticky" and quite awkward to get off the hands. It is actually for indoor protection and storage, but seemed to do a good job over 9 months including winter on a trailor.
Ambersil is sort of similar to Viscotene. Spray on and let the bubbles settle. The chemical in it is not at all OK if you get a whiff of it. Not actually a stink, but a choking chemical smell, and you probably should not experience it if you have asthma.
WD40 is very well known. The major component seems to be kerosene, with some kind of wax added. It does displace water, but that is temporary. It does not last in weather! I use it for cleaning up stuff, but I would not use it for "rust protection".
Rating these, I put XCF and ACF-50 together. Each has great properties, though different. XCF has the most durable "stay there" layer in weather. ACF-50 is a high tech aviation product with extreme penetration, chemistry and lubrication, and has a thinner layer. Subjectively, it lasts maybe 80% or so of the time XCF hangs in there. The comparison was none-scientific, (left side trailor wheel gets XCF, right side gets ACF-50)
Next is Wynn's Viscotene. Good stuff, though sticky to use.
Then Ambersil. Only rated for indoor use, but seemed to survive OK outside. More effective than WD40, but loses out because of the hydrocarbon chemical whiff.
Finally WD40. It has it's place, and usefulness, and the whole world knows how well it works. The brand name is almost generic! In terms of rust protection effectiveness in weather, WD40 is not in the same league as XCF and ACF-50, and should not be compared, because what it does is different.
17 Jan, 2020
A boxed set of traditional quality chisels
These are middle to high end tools in a full wooden storage box. They do rattle about somewhat in the box as it is moved, easily fixed by a little modification with felts. As one expects, all the chisels come with plastic edge guards.
As delivered, they are not fully sharpened, the cut angle being 25°. This is ready to take a second final edge at 30°, and hone to razor sharp.
The Marples brand and reputation is well enough known, very traditional product type, apparently since 1840. After sharpening, this kit was given to a woodworking professional, who critically inspected it, and approved.
11 Nov, 2024
This was very handy, and covers the rang...
This was very handy, and covers the range of weights one would be interested in for travel. Tip is to use it out of sight of airline staff. If they see you weighing, they think you might be close to the limit, and might check your luggage. It was reasonably accurate, so long as one does not let the luggage swing about. Keep it still.