Wicked Wax

Wicked Wax started in 2022 when DiPrete Forge needed a better solution for students leaving knife-making classes. After testing existing products that were either not food safe or became sticky over time, Fred DiPrete developed Wicked Wax - a 100% food-safe protectant that applies smoothly without heating the blade. Made with chemical-free, locally sourced ingredients, Wicked Wax protects carbon steel and high-carbon stainless knives from moisture and corrosion while maintaining a non-sticky finish that won't gum up over time. The Rhode Island-based company expanded the line to include Wicked Clean for removing patina and surface rust without scratching, plus Wicked Rescue for more intensive restoration work.

DLT Trading stocks the complete Wicked care line in multiple sizes, from pocket-friendly 0.5oz tins to shop-sized 8oz containers. The Knife Care Kit bundles everything needed for regular maintenance, while the Tri Pack provides portable portions of Wax, Clean, and Rescue for field carry. Wicked products work equally well on kitchen knives, EDC folders, and fixed blade carbon steels, providing protection without the petroleum-based ingredients found in many knife oils. The food-safe formula means you can protect your knife collection without worrying about contamination, whether you're maintaining a bushcraft blade or your daily pocket carry. For those who appreciate locally made products that actually work, Wicked delivers practical knife care without the marketing nonsense.

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