Three in one oils/lubes

[cyberkid]

Hey all,
Sorry for posting this here, but I don't know where else to ask this:
I'm recently getting a Leatherman Charge TTi (link here) and I'm wondering what type of 3 in 1 oils or lubes you guys use for your tools.
Is there any specific type you guys would recommend?
Is there any 'dry' type, meaning that I won't get my hands covered in oil from using a tool covered with this stuff?

I understand that WD-40 is only a cleaner/ deruster, if I don't cover the tool with another oil after using WD-40 it will still rust?
I live next to a salt water cannal.. so rust proofing is extremely important to me.

@Mods: If there is a more appropriate place for this thread please move it. Thanks.

TIA for any replies.
Steve

[MPWR]

Don't worry too much about it. Stainless steel doesn't really rust, and neither does titanium. So really what you need the oil for is to lubricate the joints. Personally I use a plain multiuse sewing machine type oil. Put a bit into the joints, move them around to make sure they're lubricated, and wipe the excess from surrounding areas. Doing that a few times a year is more than enough.

[cyberkid]

Originally Posted by MPWR

Don't worry too much about it. Stainless steel doesn't really rust, and neither does titanium. So really what you need the oil for is to lubricate the joints. Personally I use a plain multiuse sewing machine type oil. Put a bit into the joints, move them around to make sure they're lubricated, and wipe the excess from surrounding areas. Doing that a few times a year is more than enough.

Thanks for the reply... I hope I'm not sounding rude but...
I know that titanium is completely rust resistant so I'm not worried there, but:

Originally Posted by wikipedia

Stainless steel does not stain, corrode or rust as easily as ordinary steel (it "stains less"), but it is not stain-proof. It is also called corrosion resistant steel when the alloy type and grade are not detailed, particularly in the aviation industry. There are different grades and surface finishes of stainless steel to suit the environment to which the material will be subjected in its lifetime.

The leatherman brand uses a harder but rustable steel, it is considered stainless but it will rust. I've seen pics of it on multi-tool related forums. It normally takes about 1-12 months depending on the type of ss used and how it was treated.
Here is what Leatherman says about this: Click me.
I've had a pair of Stanley flat nosed SS pliars go off on me in a little less than a week. So, that's why I'm being so anal about rust proofing.

Currently considering:
3-in-one dry lube (Haven't been able to find this stuff locally though... minimum order is 12 cans from a dealer)
Puff Dino 191 metal protector (local Taiwan brand, currently using this) Website here
WD-40 (which I would rather avoid, too many bad experiences when using non SS tools)

Thanks again
Steve

[Murray Kish]

Boeshield?

[cyberkid]

Originally Posted by Murray Kish

Boeshield?

Thanks, will look into it to see if I can get it locally. Reviews are mixed, some say bad some say good, the later being more though.