Question regarding cleaning

[kahnjar1]

Originally Posted by Bob A

Thanks for the cleaning suggestions.

In past, I've used Eezox with steel wool or brass brush, applying and scrubbing until the rust was removed. It is both a solvent and a rust preventive. I sometimes follow up with a coat of Renaissance Wax.

Is hot water sufficient to neutralise the acid? I worry that acid might linger in the forging flaws, making problems down the road.

Hi Bob,
I have not ever had problems using water to neutralize the vinegar.
Stu