On Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:30:23 -0500, -MIKE-
wrote:

So, this band saw I just picked up came with about 15 blades.
They probably sat in the garage for a few years and got pretty rusty.
Right now, I have them soaking in some lubricant spray.

What's the best way to get that rust off?
With my imagination, I was thinking of maybe cutting through something
that would be abrasive, but it would certainly dull the blades.


If rags and kerosene don't remove it, try a product containing oxalic
acid (Bar Keepers Friend, Zud, navel jelly, etc). I'd probably toss
the blade if the rust made deep pits or with missing/damaged teeth.